If you're single summer romances can be fun and carefree, whether it’s just a short holiday fling, or the beginning of a relationship that lasts a lifetime. What type of affair will suit your sign this summer?
Aries
You’ll probably meet your summer lover right away and things will heat up fast. Whether or not your romance will last is the question, since you’re more the love-em’–and-leave-‘em” type than the kind to stick around.
Taurus
You tend to date those you’ve known a while, so you may do better finding love close to home. Take your time and make every second count. You appreciate being courted in a traditional way, so let your new love know what you need.
Gemini
You're likely to meet your summer sweetheart at a party or through a friend, since you’re a social butterfly. You like to do many things at once, so you may have more than one summer love going on at the same time.
Cancer
You don’t like to stray too far from home, so you’ll probably meet your new love through a close friend or family member. Your challenge is getting too attached, so be clear about what you want before you get involved.
Leo
The drama and passion of summer love suits you just fine. You may find that your romance has many highs and lows, since you’ll probably be packing in a lot of emotion in a short amount of time. Look for a lover who shares your love of fun and meets your need for adoration.
Virgo
A work environment is the perfect place for you to encounter your summer love. Make sure that they're worthy of your trust and dedication, no matter if your affair is short or extends into the autumn.
Libra
You love everything about love, so the excitement and romance of a summertime affair suits you perfectly. Passionate poems and letters, intimate dinners and long walks on the beach should all play a starring role.
Scorpio
You crave a mysterious affair, filled with depth and intensity. It’s likely that your romance will be somewhat secret and concealed from those around you. You’ll be drawn to a stranger or someone who has secrets to hide.
Sagittarius
Your summer romance will most likely take place in a exotic location with a person of a faraway culture. You’ll be intrigued by your differences and if you can learn another language during your fling, all-the-better. Your affair may not last long, but your world will have grown by the time it’s over.
Capricorn
A summer fling is not really your thing; you prefer a relationship that has a future. Try to keep an open mind though, for even though a romance may start off casually, it could turn out to have more substance than you thought.
Aquarius
You’re all about your friends and community, so chances are you’ll start a summer romance with someone you already know. Even if your romance is a short one, you’re likely to still be friends when it’s over.
Pisces
Your powerful imagination may have already begun working overtime dreaming up your perfect summer love. Make your vision real by getting out of the house! A musical event , spiritual gathering or beach environment are all good places for love to blossom.
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Posted on Thu 30th Jun 2011
by Linda Preston
I recommend that before you start to study the tarot that you begin a tarot journal. For those of you who aren't inclined to write, don't worry. This is not a journal in the sense you'll have to write 500 words about each tarot card. Instead, just find yourself a nice book with empty pages, and set aside at least two pages for each of the 78 cards in the tarot deck. Also, leave some space to write down ideas about the suits, numbers, and court cards.
Your journal is a place where you can do almost anything you want: jot down notes, keep track of ideas, draw or colour, make lists and charts of keywords and associations, write down dreams or visualisations you may have in relation to your tarot studies, do collage, impress herbs or plants - the list is endless. If you'd like , you can even write essay or stories about each card. No matter how much you think you're not into journaling, you'll find it a useful tool. There's so much to learn about tarot from so many different sources, that it helps to have it all organised in one place so you can look thing up easily. You can use your computer for this purpose also if you prefer.
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Posted on Wed 29th Jun 2011
by Linda Preston
I'm often asked by beginning tarot readers who find themselves overwhelmed by the hundreds of tarot decks for sale these days for advice on which tarot deck to buy . Many professionals myself included recommend that beginners should start with the most widely used tarot decks, which are generally thought of as the Rider- Waite Smith group of decks (named after the publisher, the author and the artist, respectively of a widely popular deck first printed in 1909)
You could choose the Rider-Waite, Universal Waite, Hanson-Roberts, Robin Wood, or any number of similar decks in this family. However, some people find that these decks don’t really work for them, and there are many other good choices. Whatever traditional decks you may have for historical or study purposes, it’s important to have at least one whose imagery stirs up strong responses in you so that it will help stimulate your unconscious mind during the reading process.
There are older decks, such as the fifteenth-century Visconti-Sforza and the eighteenth-century Tarot de Marseille, which have an entirely different feel to them (but normally have minor cards that have only suit symbols – rather like a deck of playing cards) The Thoth deck was developed by the notorious early 20th century magician Aleister Crowley (once dubbed the most evil man in Britain by the press) and artist Frieda Harris, and has become one of the standards among tarot decks, although it’s not one of the easier ones to learn because of its strong esoteric and magical content. Finally, there is a huge range of modern decks, developed with every possible interest n mind, such as herbs, shamanism, Wicca, feminism, animals, faeries, gemstones, Arthurian legends, various cultures of the world and Greek mythology, just to name a very few.
I would suggest getting one of the traditional decks, for study if nothing else, and another deck that appeals strongly to your visual/artistic sense and personal interests. The comparison between them will be interesting, and you may learn a lot from both the differences and similarities between them.
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Posted on Wed 29th Jun 2011
Many of us reach for the painkillers at the first signs of a headache or cold, but the art of self-healing is becoming increasingly popular among alternative circles
Below is a simple seven step self healing plan designed to heal common ailments from headaches and chest infections to digestive problems in under twenty minutes.
1. Prepare yourself for healing
Begin your self-treatment by lying on your back on a bed or sofa with a flat pillow or a rolled towel propped under your neck. This will help you relax and prevent your muscles from tensing up. Your arms should be by your side with your palms lightly touching your thighs in a relaxed way. Wear loose, warm clothes - as lying motionless lowers your body temperature.
With the light off, gently shut your eyes and mouth - try to breathe through your nostrils deeply and evenly. Inhale for two counts, hold for one and exhale for two counts - as deep as possible but without straining
When the in-breath matches the length of the out-breath, this allows a stable amount of energy to be drawn into the body. This also ensures that the lungs are thoroughly cleared before the next in-breath, which means that far more air is inhaled. As you breathe in, visualise drawing a white light into your body.
As you breathe out, think of circulating this white light that practitioners call 'healing energy' - throughout your body, sending it to parts of the body that feel below par. When you breathe out, think of cleansing your body of any toxic materials that could be lurking around.
Breathing deeply and rhythmically aids the uptake of oxygen and releases tension throughout the whole body. This creates a sense of calm, clears the mind and sharpens general awareness. Repeat this practise for two minutes.
2. Charge up your energy
With the tips of your fingers of both hands, gently brush your body for around two minutes. Begin sweeping in a downward movement from your head to your toes. This, according to practitioners, increases energy in your body, and practitioners claim 'charges up' or strengthens your 'aura' - the just visible energy field around our bodies which is composed of subtle matter which is said to reflect the state of our health. Imagine that healing power is entering your body to help make you fit and well.
3. Energise yourself
Place your right palm on your solar plexus - the area just above your navel which, claims author and alternative healing practitioner, Richard Lawrence, is your energy centre - the area responsible for generating fresh energy. Now cover your right hand with your left hand - as, practioners claim, healing energy travels down our arms at this point, into the palms of our hands and into our solar plexus. From here it is sent to the rest of our body. As you do this, breathe in for two counts, hold for one count and breathe out for two counts. If you start to experience tingling in your neck, head or spine it is a sign of energy being circulated around your body - if you do not, don't worry this does not mean healing is not happening.
4. Ask your body to relax
With your eyes still closed, focus on the parts of your body which are tense. Gently instruct your body to relax: if your shoulder is tense, focus on your shoulder and gently imagine you are asking it to relax. Concentrate on each area you need to for around two minutes. Now, focus your attention on your heart. This technique is especially useful for people who lead a stressful life or if you're feeling depressed. Paying attention to your heart in this way will help it beat slowly and strongly. Do this for two minutes.
5. Treating your ailments
Now you have energised and relaxed your body, focus your mind on getting better. It might be a headache, backache, or a chest infection. Keeping your right hand on your solar plexus, place your left hand on your ailment. With your eyes shut, spend one to five minutes visualising a white light travelling through your right hand towards your left - as if completing a circuit. Practitioners call this circuit the nadic linkages - which they believe is an energy channel which runs between the major 'chakras' or energy centres of our body. If energy is generated from the solar plexus - or battery centre - healers believe it will link the energy flow from one palm to the other.
Try not to limit your healing to one spot: if the pain stems from your neck, but is located in your shoulders, touch both areas. Keep up your deep rhythmic breathing and continue this process for a couple of minutes on each area.
6. Seal your healing
Still lying down, visualise a warm violet glow coming up from the bed, through the floor and above your head. Imagine you are being bathed in this pulsating violet glow. Violet is the most spiritual colour of ancient mystical traditions, says Lawrence. For this reason, healers believe thinking of this colour will help to cleanse your body of negative energy.
7. Rounding off healing
Start to switch off from healing allowing your thoughts to come and go without indulging in them. Practioners call this 'watching your own mind.' This will allow your brain waves to move into an alpha state - otherwise known as meditation.
Recent clinical trials by Dr Herbert Benson and Dr Sarah Lazar of the American Mind and Body Medical Institute in Boston, proves that slowing down brain activity in this way gives our bodies time to gather strength and boost energy. When our bodies function properly, this in turn helps fight off stress-related illnesses such as heart disease, digestive problems, allergies and insomnia. Meditate for five minutes
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Posted on Wed 29th Jun 2011
Peter does have Mars in Capricorn which at least helps him to channel his energy in the practical sense. Mars in Capricorn is very ambitious, and when it also squares Pluto in Libra, it shows that he can be very determined to get what he wants, whatever it takes. And as a result his career has never been busier and he's also enjoying being back on the singles scene having dated several beautiful women of late..
The element in question, him being a Piscean, is water. And in the ocean of emotion being stirred up by his ongoing differences with Katie on how their two children should be raised, he’s swimming, not sinking. That isn’t to say that he’ll get back with Gemini Katie, although nothing can be ruled out . Their relationship may still have a ‘real future’ at some stage. But ‘real’ futures are, well, real. They have hard times and good times, and times when they seem to have no future at all.
Plus, no relationship between two parents who truly love their children is ever completely over, even when its over. Those parents still have to interact, co-operate and find a level of respect for each other - or spend the rest of their lives bickering, bitching and beefing about whatever drove them apart, none of which is exactly good for the kids. No matter what accusations of superficiality have been levelled at Peter or Katie, they’re both ‘real people’ with ‘real hearts’ and they care about their kids. So they’re still going to be in constant contact for the rest of their lives, out of which, eventually, anything could happen.
Meanwhile, 2011 is surely one of the most positive years in history for anyone born under Pisces. Peter may not be enjoying the situation he still finds himself in with Katie... but he's taken control and he's coming out tops.
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Posted on Wed 29th Jun 2011
Cuts risk of heart attack by 50%
Patients with heart disease almost halved their risk of heart attack by practising meditation, according to recent research.
In the first study of its kind, patients with heart disease who practised transcendental meditation were found to have nearly 50% lower rates of heart attack, stroke, and death compared with other non-meditating patients.
In the nine year trial, 201 African-American men and women with an average age of 59 were randomly assigned to stress-reducing transcendental meditation or health education classes about the risk factors for heart disease, including diet and exercise.
All patients had narrowing of the arteries and everyone in the trial continued taking their usual drug regime.
The results showed a 47% reduction in combined death, heart attacks, and strokes in the meditating patients compared with those taking the health education classes. They also had lower blood pressure, according to the results of a first-ever study presented during the annual meeting of the American Heart Association.
Dr Robert Schneider, who led the study, said: "Previous research on transcendental meditation has shown reductions in blood pressure, psychological stress, and other risk factors for heart disease, irrespective of ethnicity.
"But this is the first controlled clinical trial to show that long-term practice of this particular stress reduction program reduces the incidence of clinical cardiovascular events, that is heart attacks, strokes and mortality."
Theodore Kotchen, professor of medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin, said: "This study is an example of the contribution of a lifestyle intervention - stress management - to the prevention of cardiovascular disease in high-risk patients."
Dr. Schneider said that the effect of transcendental meditation in the trial was like adding a class of newly discovered medications for the prevention of heart disease.
"In this case, the new medications are derived from the body's own internal pharmacy stimulated by the transcendental meditation practice," he said.
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Posted on Wed 29th Jun 2011
Posted on Tue 28th Jun 2011
Like all Taureans, he’s disciplined, dedicated and determined. Yet he’s not totally typical of his sign. Mars, in his birth chart, rules competitive sport. In sharp alignment to Uranus, It describes both his great ability to work magic... and his tendency, once in a while, to shoot himself in the foot.
And whether or not he’s feeling over the Moon, the Moon is all over his chart, constantly egging him on to try ever harder. He’s somehow not happy unless he’s having a tough time... which may or may not be why he’s so comfortable in his marriage.
Strangely, if David had not been a soccer player, he would probably have found his way into the world of finance. The position of his Venus speaks of a natural ability to attract wealth into his life. It’s questionable, though, whether all that money could truly compensate him (or anyone) for a life so full of inner strife and struggle.
He’s already had a longer career than many of his contemporaries. His horoscope suggests stamina that could keep him playing for several more years. Whether he’ll ever properly learn, though, how to stop creating controversial new stories... is less clear.
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Posted on Tue 28th Jun 2011
Are you interested in learning more about colour therapy?
Here's a brief guide to how therapists diagnose and treat patients with colour.
THE DIFFERENT METHODS OF DIAGNOSIS
There are a number of ways that colour therapists can diagnose their patients.
The first is called the Luscher Test. This entails being shown eight coloured cards. You are then asked to choose three that appeal to you. These colours relate to your emotional, mental and physical health and may reveal imbalances that need to be corrected.
Kinesiology This technique tests the muscles to discover any weak areas in the body. To find which colour is needed, a therapist will normally ask you to hold up each colour with your left hand, while holding your right arm horizontally across your body. As you look at each colour, the therapist will gently push your right arm. When no resistance is felt in the arm, therapists believe this means you need the colour you are holding.
Dowsing This technique can help diagnose any colours that you are lacking. A pendulum handing from either a cord or a chain is used and normally swings clockwise or anticlockwise in response to each question you answer with a 'yes' or 'no' response. The therapist works through the eight spectrum colours searching for a 'yes' response to show the colour you require.
Colour diagnostic chart Some therapists use this more complex method, based on the 32 vertebras of the spine. According to this method, the spine is divided into four sections, each containing eight vertebrae, relating to one of the colours of the spectrum.
From the top of the spine downwards, the first eight vertebrae make up mental health, the second eight emotional health, the next eight metabolism and the final eight physical health.
The therapist will ask you to sign your name on the back of a chart of the spine. The theory is that your signature contains your vibration and acts as a 'witness' - ie shows your energy. The therapist then dowses the spine to see which vertebrae need attention.
THE TWO MOST COMMON METHODS OF TREATMENT
Therapists use different methods of treatment. One method of treatment involves shining light from a machine through stained glass filters onto the affected part of the body. You wear a white robe throughout the session and the therapist first carefully sets the machine so that it emits colour in its correct amounts.
Another treatment involves the therapist initially scanning your body and sensing the condition of your aura by moving his or her hands up and down your body. You are then treated by being draped in a silk of the appropriate colour and left in a bright room to absorb the maximum light. Alternatively a lamp can be used to illuminate the treatment room with the right colour.
Therapists claim improvement in many conditions often shows after three colour treatments. Between sessions you may be advised to wear certain colours, eat foods of these colours or visualise them several times daily.
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Posted on Tue 28th Jun 2011
The irrepressible Paris Hilton is officially back on the market, following her recent break-up with businessman and entrepreneur Cy Waits.
While life seems to have taken a nosedive for the heiress -- thanks to the break-up and low ratings from her latest reality TV show, The World According to Paris -- when will life turn around for her?
As an Aquarius with a Sagittarius Rising, Paris isn’t a girl that takes anything lying down. With a series of eclipses in Sagittarius and Gemini, which hit her natal First and Seventh Houses (ruling identity and relationships respectively), it simply means this period until 2013 is going to be a time of repositioning herself.
The fact that her breakup with Cy fell near the Sagittarius full Moon eclipse on the 15th is telling, as it means she is on track with her stars!
During December 2011, chances are good that she will begin a new relationship with someone that could finally lead to a long lasting committment. She should also be able to get her career back on track, expanding her business in the international realm. The future is still bright for Paris. But we always knew that anyway!
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Posted on Mon 27th Jun 2011
Here's a few tips from the guru of the Feng Shui world, Lilian Too on how to grab a little luck with love and romance using the ancient art of Feng Shui:
Lillian's advice is:
The Chinese believe that in every woman's lifetime she has several opportunities of marriage, and that each of these opportunities represents a crossroad. Some of these opportunities are stronger than others, and some represent a better future than others. These opportunities are part of her Heaven Luck. How and what she makes of these opportunities depend on her Earth Luck and her Man Luck. (In Chinese, Tien Ti and Ren Choy).
It's in this context that Feng Shui can be of some help. Feng Shui is said to be the manifestation of Earth Luck, and if a woman can knowingly arrange her living surroundings in such a way as to promote good auspicious luck in the area of romance, marriage and family alike, she will have improved her chances of achieving happiness in a good marriage that leads to a happy and contented family life.
For men, romance and marriage luck also works in the same way, but you must understand that Chinese cultural tradition accepts the arrangement of multiple wives and concubines. To the Chinese mind, marital arrangements comprise of the chief wife and also secondary wives. So it is the number one wife who is recognized as the mistress of the household - but there is also room for secondary wives, and even of mistresses. In modern day Chinese households, especially those of overseas Chinese who have lived in western cultures for generations, much of this tradition is considered as nonsense. Nevertheless, understanding the benefits of tapping into Feng Shui luck must be seen in this context.
Good marriage luck for women is considered to be that they will become happy first wives, and that even if the husband strays, or has a wandering eye, he will continue to respect and provide for the first wife, and that his children by her will take precedence at all family occasions.
So Feng Shui strongly advises women against having mirrors in the bedrooms, having a fish pond or aquarium on the right hand side of the main door of their homes, or having the toilet located in the marriage or family corners of the home. These and other guidelines are part of both Landscape and Compass School Feng Shui.
A happy family life, where misunderstandings and quarrels between husband and wife, and between siblings are the exception rather than the rule, and where children grow up respectful and obedient - bringing honour to the family name - these are part and parcel of the promise of good Feng Shui.
In addition, where there is good Feng Shui, auspicious and balanced Chi also bring about balance into the physical bodies of individuals thereby promoting good health and a general absence of illnesses and disease.
According to the life situations method of activating Feng Shui luck, every house or apartment - has a marriage corner. This is represented by the Trigram Kun, which symbolizes the Earth Mother. Kun is also symbolic of strong Yin and represents fertility. It directly complements the Trigram Chien, which means strong Yang. The marriage corner is thus represented by the South-West corner of the home.
To activate your marriage corner and increase the chances of serious romance into your life, first locate your marriage corner. If you live in a house or apartment, make sure that your toilets/bathrooms or kitchens are not located in the South-West corner.
Toilets are considered especially harmful in Feng Shui, since this literally means flushing away all your marriage prospects! If you find you have a toilet placed in exactly the South-West corner of your home, and there is nothing you can do about it, then stop using this toilet altogether.
If you are already married and you think your marriage is in trouble, this might also be the cause. When toilets are located in the marriage corner, marriages tend to get into trouble. Having toilets located in the family corner can also sometimes cause family problems. This is the East corner of the house. In Feng Shui you will find that every corner of the home represents one of the desirable aspirations of living, and it's up to you to decide what is most important area of your life. One might well ask then, where the toilets of a home can be located since placing it anywhere seems to cause problem of one kind or another!
The author has found that this depends on the individual. It is perhaps interesting to note that in the palaces and homes of the wealthy Mandarins of olden China, there were no toilets. Nor were there bathrooms. These are modern day creations of Western cultures. In the old days, bathtubs were filled with water by servants and maids and then taken away each time the master or mistress needed a bath. Other bodily ablutions were handled the same way.
If your South-West corner is missing, due to the shape of your home or apartment, it can also cause marriage problems. The solution then is to erect a wall mirror on a side of the wall to extend out the corner, thereby apparently creating space in the South-West corner.
When using mirrors this way, do make certain that the mirror is at least as high as the tallest person in the home since having it too low is said to have the effect of cutting off the heads of residents.
It is also possible to actually activate the marriage corner, so you will vastly improve your marriage prospects. This is done by hanging a red Chinese marriage knot in the South-West corner, or hanging the Chinese characters signifying double happiness (a symbol of conjugal bliss). These simple items can be easily purchased at very little cost online at places such as EBay.
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Adapted from an article on Romance Luck by Lillian Too.
Posted on Sun 26th Jun 2011
This kind of dream can have many meanings, depending on your relationship with your boss and what he or she means to you.
Generally though, by its very definition, a 'boss' is usually associated with ideas of power, protectiveness, knowledge and maybe even parental concern. So in your dream it may be that you are longing to be close to these kinds of emotions.
Perhaps you are looking for a challenge of some kind, or yearning for the protectiveness that a boss could provide. This type of dream may even be the manifestation of some daytime flirting that is going on between the two of you - and you are hoping to take it that bit further!
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Posted on Sat 25th Jun 2011
The First Lady was a big hit on her recent visit to the UK with President Obama. Not only was she dignified and relaxed when meeting the Queen, but she also showed her caring and motherly nature when she took time out to speak with a group of sixth-form girl students visting Oxford. Michelle encouraged the girls students by saying " aim high" and to 'be the best that you can be'.
Michelle OBAMA is a Capricorn, born in Chicago on January 17, 1964. Like all born under this sign, she’s very practical. AFter all Capricorns are famously “down to earth”. She’s also extremely clever. But then it’s rare to find a Capricorn who isn’t.
Capricorn, according to tradition, is the sign of the Sea Goat, a mythical creature with a goat’s upper body and a fishes tail. Capricorn is not, of course, the only “Bi Corporeal”, or double bodied sign. Sagittarius is represented by a Centaur, half human, half horse. Gemini is symbolised by Twins. Pisces is always shown as a pair of fish, or dolphins, swimming in opposite directions. Even Virgo, according to many students of mythology, is more properly portrayed not as a simple maiden, or even a queen of the harvest but as a winged goddess whose form is part mortal and part bird.
But, what all these signs have in common is a tendency to be misunderstood. We hear much about the goat’s ‘sure footedness’ yet little about the idea that, as a mer-goat has no feet, a Capricorn’s stance, on any matter, may well be more fluid than most people may expect. Many Capricorns though, when told that they are hard working, long suffering and keen to climb to great heights are more inclined to nod in agreement than to point out that they’ve also got ways to dive deep and swim subtly.
In Michelle’s birth chart, Saturn (the ruler of Capricorn) is in Aquarius - a sign that it also traditionally governs. Mars too, is in this sign. Interestingly, Barack Obama’s Sun in Leo lies almost exactly opposite the ‘midpoint’ of Michelle’s Saturn and her Mars. And Barack’s Saturn, which just so happens to be in Capricorn, is close to a precise conjunction with Michelle’s Sun.
All this speaks volumes about the profound commitment, support and mutual respect within their relationship. No repeat of Bill and Hillary’s infamous, public marital dramas awaits.
Quite possibly though, we may one day see Michelle echo Hillary’s ascension to a political career of her own. She may not go as far as gaining a presidency but her chart suggests she has at least as strong a chance of gaining a similar role to Hillary Clinton. Only time will tell!
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Posted on Sat 18th Jun 2011
Fern Britton is a Cancerian. That's why she's so soft. That's why she's so strong. That's why she is so loved by millions of TV viewers and also made the best seller list, with her touching autobiography My Story in 2009. Well, it's partly why.
There are other Cancerian TV personalities who exude a kind of similarly comforting quality. But they can't keep it going, day after day, year after year. When they're not feeling so fine, we feel it too. Whereas Fern... well, there's the funny thing. It's not that she pretends. It's more that she really, truly is as big-hearted, as easy going and as open-minded as she appears. With Fern, what you see is what you get!
That's largely due to the way her Moon in Pisces opposes Jupiter in Virgo, right across a vital part of her birth chart. Her generosity is genuine. She's clever too. This is partly because of the conjunction of Mercury and Uranus in her chart that marks her out as a smart, original thinker. . Fern has a sharp mind and a soft heart. What an unbeatable combination. She quit her role on the hit TV show This Morning back in 2009. She did this just as a rare Saturn-Uranus opposition aligned exactly with her Jupiter. Astrologically this was wise timing as she had probably taken her role with the show as far as she was able and she needed to recharge her batteries before seeking out new challenges.
Although Fern's recent tea-time chat show with Channel 4 failed to win big audiences and was axed, with her irrepressible warmth and good humour ..it probably won't be long before she's back in the limelight. For now Fern is currently focusing her talents on writing romantic novels - the first of a two book deal was published last March and she is now working on the second.
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Posted on Sat 18th Jun 2011
A record 25 per cent of adults in the UK say that they have had a ghostly encounter - up from seven per cent in the 1950s
A new study — by leading psychologist and paranormal investigator Professor Richard Wiseman — found that more than 11 MILLION people claim to have had an experience with a ghost.
In the 1950s, the figure was just seven per cent, rising to 14 per cent in the 1990s and 19 per cent in 2003.
Prof Wiseman, who doesn't believe in ghosts, thinks the large number of reports of apparitions, bumps in the night, and eerie sounds may be more to do with their popularity on TV than increased psychic activity.
Prof Wiseman, from the University of Hertfordshire, said: "It's a surprisingly high figure, and it's interesting that the proportion of people who say they believe in ghosts has remained the same as it has been for many years, which is about a third.
"My only thought is that, because there have been a lot of ghost shows on TV, people may just be more likely to attribute certain experiences, like hearing creaky floorboards, to ghosts.
"All these shows are feeding off the perception that these things exist and not looking at the psychological perspective."
Another factor may be the decline of traditional religious beliefs, Prof Wiseman added.
However, the popularity of TV paranormal shows may not explain regional differences revealed in his "ghost map" of the UK.
It shows the largest number of ghostly goings-on — experienced by up to 30 per cent of the population — being reported in Yorkshire and Humberside, the East Midlands and Wales.
London and the South East was the least spooked region, with just a fifth of the population claiming to have had a ghostly experience.
Other regions, such as East Anglia, matched the average figure of 25 per cent, while in Scotland 22 per cent to 24 per cent of people reported haunting incidents.
Prof Wiseman, who writes about ghosts in his latest book, Paranormality, said: "It may be linked to population density or cultural history, but I can't explain why there are such marked differences."
Far more women than men — 31 per cent compared with 18 per cent — claim to have experienced a ghost, the survey showed.
A total of 2,400 adults across the country took part in the poll conducted by YouGov.
Prof Wiseman has investigated some of the most haunted places in the UK, including Hampton Court Palace and Edinburgh's underground vaults. In 2009 he led an international project to examine the world's best ghost photos.
In Paranormality, he argues that ghostly experiences are caused by a variety of factors, including suggestion, light effects, low-frequency sound, waking dreams, and anxiety.
A key effect is the state of "hypervigilance" felt by people who visit known haunted locations, he said.
He added: "You're listening out for sounds that might be a threat, and you don't realise you're doing it, but when you do hear something like a creak or a bump you get even more vigilant.
"The whole thing feeds on itself and you can actually end up with people suffering panic attacks, which I've encountered in my research on ghosts. People can literally scare themselves silly.
"I am extremely sceptical about the existence of ghosts. However, this survey demonstrates that, despite huge advances in science and technology, many people still have a deep-seated need to believe the impossible.
"That's why these odd experiences yield a fascinating insight into our brains and behaviour."
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Posted on Sat 18th Jun 2011
Sex and the City star Sarah Jessica Parker, was stunned last year to learn that one of her relatives was accused of witchcraft during the Salem witch trials and narrowly avoided being burnt at the stake. Sarah Jessica made the shocking discovery when she traced her family roots for a TV programme.
The actress learned the shocking secret when appeared on the American version of the popular British series Who Do You Think You Are.
Sarah Jessica became emotional when told that her 10th great-grandmother Esther Ellwell was one of the innocent victims accused in the 1692 trials.
And the star couldn’t hide her relief when she found out that Ellwell was saved after the witchcraft trial court disbanded just weeks before her hearing.
The 45-year-old who coincidentally played a witch in the 1993 hit movie Hocus Pocus, later admitted that she had been deeply changed by the discoveries.
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Posted on Fri 17th Jun 2011
Back in 2003 this unexplained spooky figure in full period dress was captured on CCTV at Hampton Court Palace prompting speculation that it could be the ghost of a former Royal
The 16th Century palace in south-west London - once the home of King Henry VIII - is well known for supernatural activity, but nothing suspicious has ever been caught on film there before.
But in October of 2003 the palace's CCTV footage revealed this spooky image of an "inhuman" figure.
And in an eerie twist none of the palace's costumed guides owned an outfit like the one worn by the "ghost."
Earlier, security guards had been repeatedly alerted to an open fire door in an exhibition area of the palace.
After securing the door each time, they returned to their office to view the CCTV footage to see who had opened them.
On the first occasion the footage showed the doors flying wide open, but no evidence of why they had.
On the second , the guards were stunned when a ghostly figure in period dress suddenly appeared on the screen and closed the doors.
The same thing happened on a third day, but again no figure appeared.
Stranger still was that a visitor had noted in the palace’s visitor book that she thought she had seen a ghost in that area.
One of the palace’s security guards at the time said: “I was shocked when the CCTV footage showed an eerie figure in period dress in the doorway.
"It was incredibly spooky because the face just didn’t look human.
“My first reaction was that someone was having a laugh, so I asked my colleagues to take a look.
"We spoke to our costumed guides but they don’t own a costume
like that worn by the figure. It is actually quite unnerving.”
The palace has seen many dramatic royal events from the death of Henry’s third wife, Jane Seymour, to the condemnation and house arrest of his fifth, Catherine Howard, for adultery.
Over the centuries staff, visitors, workmen and residents have often experienced unexplained phenomena.
One area of the palace has been named the Haunted Gallery and it is here that people claim to have seen the ghost of Catherine Howard, and heard her uttering terrible cries.
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Posted on Fri 17th Jun 2011
These dreams are not really sinister, but rather may tell of a longing or wish fulfilment for years gone by.
For instance if you dream of your old flame it does not necessarily mean that you are unhappy in your current situation, but perhaps your unconscious is telling you that you may need some more romance, excitement or youthful activity in all areas of your life - either in terms of friendships, relationships or work.
It would be important to sit down and work out what the associations are with your dream images.
Do you feel positive about these past events, the people in your dreams, is their a sense of sadness or do you even feel relief that all that history is now over and done with? The associated feelings that you come up with will give you more insight into the meanings of the dreams.
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Posted on Thu 16th Jun 2011
You’ve cheated on your diet. All your good resolutions have gone flying out of the window and you’re eating like their is no tomorrow! Can you summon up the willpower to get back on track and stop the binge? Some zodiac signs are better at sticking to their decisions than others. Find out how your sign copes:
Aries rarely gets overweight since they burn off energy faster than most. They have a short enthusiasm span, so commitments made a week ago are boring and tossed to one side. Long-game projects like diets can be tricky indeed for the Ram.
Taurus takes time to make up their minds but is good at setting their goals … except where indulgences are concerned! They love their food and find it all-too-easy to be tempted. After that, they take forever to shift back onto the wiser path.
Gemini can be surprisingly fixed in their approach to matters of health -- unlike most other things they do. They will be committed to pursuing this particular goal, and if they are led astray they’ll soon switch themselves back into healthy gear.
Cancer rules the stomach, so comfort eating is their great downfall. They also tend to go to extremes, on-off-on-off with their diets. At least they shift back at some point, though the timing is not always under their control since they’re so swayed by their feelings.
Leo prides themselves on their resolve -- but they like living well and aren’t too practical. They’ll eat fattening food and convince themselves that that’s how to lose weight. That said, their vanity usually strengthens their will power to go back to straight and narrow.
Virgo is constantly on the go, so sometimes their firm resolve melts in the helter-skelter of their busy schedule. But they know better than most what is good for their body, so at some point their common sense lures them back to healthier ways.
Despite their elegant image, Libra is indulgent and has a weakness for rich food. Luckily, they know only too well how much they’ll dislike themselves if they get out of shape. Their need to look good will soon have the back into eating less and exercising more.
Scorpio is so intense they tend to burn off excess fat. But if they do have to slim down, once they make up their mind, absolutely nothing will deter them. Their determination is formidable and they commit to the long haul.
Sagittarius is happy-go-lucky and can go over the top when it comes to eating. Luckily, their fiery vitality soaks up surplus calories. But if they do have to lose a few pounds, then their changeable nature makes it tricky for them to stay on track. Diets need to be turned into an adventure for their resolve to stick.
Capricorn likes to look respectable and finds it easy to commit to a slimming regime, but their attention span tends to be short so if it doesn’t work fast enough, their willpower can sag. Eventually they’ll have a good talk with themselves for being so weak willed and get back into their fitness regime.
Ultimately, Aquarius doesn't really care much what anyone thinks of their appearance. But if dieting for their own satisfaction, they can often get sidelined because they're so highly-strung.
Pisces is not exactly indulgent but they do have an escapist streak. They can trip out on food as much as anything else. Their willpower is not one of their stronger assets. They’ll need a helping hand to keep them on goal.
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Posted on Thu 16th Jun 2011
Are you feeling frantic and frazzled? Every sign has its own way of coping with stress, especially during these challenging times when the downturn in the economy is still squeezing many people's finances. Look to the heavens on how best to get a grip!
Gemini scatters -- more than any other zodiac sign -- and in all directions at once. Their best course of action is to centre themselves and find a grounding activity that keeps their hands busy and engages their body. It's crucial they stop their thoughts going around and around like a record in their head!
Virgo throws their mind into work when they get agitated, something that can cause them to run out of fuel. They need to learn to relax, try candlelit baths, soothing massages and nature walks. Getting reconnected to Mother Earth definitely slows down their nervous twitches.
Aquarius needs to get more in touch with their feelings, for it's neglected emotions that cause cool Aquarians much of their stress. By allowing themselves to sink into their watery depths and own up to what's in their heart, they'll start to unwind.
Pisces is a delicate soul who soaks up the anxieties of others, so their first order of business should be to move themselves away from jittery, needy companions. They'll feel badly about it, but self-protection must come first. They long for peace -- and that's what they must give themselves!
Libra gets thrown off balance more easily than their calm exterior suggests. Finding an equilibrium is always vital to prevent them from slipping into a frenzy. They need beauty to calm their souls, and harmony in their relationships is crucial to them.
Leo is overly dependent on approval and recognition; take that away and they'll begin to feel as if they no longer exist. They need to find their true centre, no matter what the world around them is doing.
What sends Cancer and Scorpio to the edge is the agony of feeling too much. They need to learn detachment, the wonderful ability Air signs possess that allows them to step back and not be pulled under by their powerful emotions.
Aries and Sagittarius can be prone to burnout. As hyperactive Fire signs, they rarely stand still long enough to replenish their batteries. What will get them back on track is getting in touch with their body, eating sensibly, indulging in sensory joys and letting their hearts do the talking.
Taurus doesn't much believe in nervous break downs or anything too neurotic. Still, they can become stressed if there's too much change occurring around them. Flexibility -- of body and attitude -- is key for them, though this tends to go against their fixed-sign grain.
Capricorn isn't so prone to getting the nervous jitters, though they can seriously overwork themselves when times are challenging. They need to nurture their body and steer themselves away from their obsession to constantly achieve. Allowing more emotion into their lives in small ways will also help soften their natural inflexibility.
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Posted on Tue 14th Jun 2011
You dream you are in a public place when you suddenly realise that you are naked!
Although many people feel shame, embarrassment or horror in the dream, others are untroubled about being exposed to public gaze.
This common dream usually indicates that you feel intensely vulnerable in some area of your life. It may be that a relationship has stripped away your defences, leaving you emotionally exposed. Perhaps you feel uncomfortable about an occasion when you revelaed more of yourself than you really wanted too. Sometimes the dream suggests that you haven't found a suitable role in life.
If the dream is set in your office, or other workplace, it can signify underlying feelings of inadequacy about your work. You may be harbouring a fear that other will realize you are not as capable as you think!
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Posted on Tue 14th Jun 2011
You dream that you're lost, desperately trying to find your way back home. No matter which direction you take, you never manage to find the right road and nobody can help you. Often this dream indicates that you want a more fulfilling job or a different lifestyle but you have no idea how to acquire this.
If you come to a crossroads and don't know which way to take, it may mean that in your waking life you are faced with several choices. You have to make a decision but don't know what to base it on.
Your destination perhaps provides a clue to the meaning of the dream. Perhaps you're trying to get back to a place where you used to have happy times. This suggests that your current lifestyle is unsatisfactory. If you're looking for a place you associate with your youth the dream suggests concerns about growing older.
Being lost in a place that feels dangerous reflects feelings of unease about a current situation. The dream is a warning that someone or something is posing a threat to your well-being.
Dreams about being lost have special significance if you're middle-aged or elderly. The further you progress along your journey through life, the more essential it becomes to reassess your values and your priorities. Otherwise the spiritual side of your nature remains unfulfilled so that, a deeper level, you feel 'lost'
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Posted on Mon 13th Jun 2011
Your lover has been acting strangely, hiding his mobile phone, blocking access to his emails, working late and coming home smelling, well, different. All the signs are there that he’s being unfaithful -- what do you do? Bury your head in the sand and refuse to think about it, or go in for a full-blown confrontation?
Though the most jealous, possessive signs are Cancer, Taurus, Scorpio and Leo, they’re also the most reluctant to show their vulnerabilities. So, oddly enough, the signs most likely to demand an explanation are Aries and Sagittarius. Never afraid to speak their mind, they’ll stamp their foot and insist on having it all out into the open – no matter the consequences.
Scorpio and Taurus will let their suspicions brew, but once they establish that there’s been a betrayal, there will be no going back. They may be slow to make up their minds, but once switched off they’ll be off completely.
Cancer and Pisces will look the other way longer than most because they’re hypersensitive, and the pain of rejection is just too much to bear.
Libra is concerned about keeping up appearances and may put off facing the truth until way down the line. Leo also will worry about how it’ll look to friends, but once they decide to have it out, they’ll get noisy.
Capricorn will be more irritated than hurt at the stupidity of their partner creating a public disgrace. If possible, they’ll have it out discreetly and try to sweep it all under the carpet.
Aquarius and Gemini will probably just let the matter slide. Aquarius isn’t possessive by nature and may decide their partner’s fling is all part of life’s tapestry. Gemini usually has several potential lovers lined up and will probably have an escape route already planned.
Since their powers of observation are acute, Virgo probably knows about the affair but is fearful of the mess that will ensue. They’ll delay as long as possible before demanding the truth.
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Posted on Sat 11th Jun 2011
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Posted on Sat 11th Jun 2011
AN ex-printer has claimed that John Lennon's ghost has visited him more than 50 times over the last 18 years - to transmit songs into his head that he wants the world to hear.
Mike Powell, 56, believes the dead Beatle's spirit has given him the ability to play instruments and compose complex tunes by looking into his eyes and downloading the track into his mind.
He has also created dozens of paintings depicting what he sees during visitations from the spirit - which have spookily echoed facts from John's life that Mike says he had no way of knowing.
"The weirdest experience I've ever had was my third sighting," said Mike. "These five still photos came at me in rapid succession. The first was a gun smoking and as soon as I saw it, I relived what John had gone through in the last seconds of his life. That I know because I felt myself this blast in my chest and I felt myself falling back and bashing my head.
"On the way down I saw this picture of the Queen in a frame but at an angle. Then it was black but there was millions of stars. The fourth I saw the Mersey tunnel and I was flying above the cars. All the time going through John's head is an excitement to get back home, he's saying 'Mama I'm home'.
"We get to the Liverpool end and there's a man and a woman and three children standing by these railings, behind them is this doorman in a dickie bow. I heard a lyric Voorman standing in the door man.
"Years later I was chatting to John's pal who told me that a fella called Claus Voorman used to be the bouncer on the Star club in Hamburg where John used to gig."
15 of Mike Powell's pals have written sworn affidavits proclaiming that Mike had never once picked up a guitar or paintbrush before his first-ever visit from John Lennon's ghost.
Since then Mike has written an astounding 350 complete songs - one roughly every three weeks - with some described by industry experts as "absolutely stunning". He has also created dozens of artworks of his visions which contain intriguing co-incidences from Mike's life.
In one 1993 painting he depicted a man drilling into the earth. Years later Lennon's first wife Cynthia revealed in a book that a workman using a pneumatic drill outside drowned out their wedding vows. There were no photographs taken of the ceremony - but a cartoon Cynthia drew bears a striking resemblance to the man Mike painted.
Other clues in 'visits' from John have led Mike to predict the title of Mick Jagger's 2001 album Goddess In The Doorway eight years early - and even the launch of the new Volkswagen Beetle car.
He said: "In a 1997 newspaper article Paul McCartney said that The Beatles made a pact that if any of them died young, they would try contact the others fromt he afterlife. This is what I think is happening."
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Posted on Sat 11th Jun 2011
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The father of a young British man killed in a plane crash in Nepal last August had pleaded with him not to take the flight after having an errie premonition of the tragedy.
Jeremy Taylor, a 31-year-old natural medicine doctor based in Cape Town, was among 14 passengers and crew killed when their plane crashed in poor weather in the foothills in the Himalayan mountains.Mr Taylor was “living his dream,” when he died, his father Trevor Taylor said at the time.
Mr Taylor from Torquay, in Devon, said his son had been travelling the world on a gap year, but was determined to reach Mount Everest base camp to prepare for a full attempt on the world’s highest peak next year.
“He was living his dream, but we were very worried. The last conversation I had with him was just two days before he took the flight. I’d had an awful premonition he would be killed in a plane crash. I said, ' Please don’t take the flight, the weather is bad’. He said 'Dad, I need to do this.’
"I begged him not too but he felt I was just being a typical worried parent. And sadly what I'd forsee came into being."
Mr Taylor said his son had spent the year trekking in South America and touring the Far East before arriving in Nepal to hike the Annapurna mountain circuit and build up his climbing skills for attempts on Mount Kilimanjaro and Everest next year.
He had left his Natural Medicine Clinic practice in Cape Town for a gap year, his father said, but was planning to return to it after his trip to the Everest base camp.
Mr Taylor spoke with pride of his son’s academic achievements — he had been awarded his doctorate by Archbishop Desmund Tutu — and his voluntary work in community radio and as a lifeguard and life-saving training officer with the Sea Rescue Helicopter service.
“We all miss him, but he was living his dream. We hope his spirit will live on in further adventures." Mr Taylor said.
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Posted on Sat 11th Jun 2011
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Posted on Wed 8th Jun 2011
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Posted on Tue 7th Jun 2011
You suddenly realize you're pregnant and about to give birth - or maybe you've had a baby but you don't remember being pregnant!
A dream like this can sometimes indicate the simple desire to have a baby.
Usually though it has a more symbolic meaning that applies equally to men and women. Birth can be a metaphor for a new side to your nature that is about to emerge, such as an ability you hadn't realized you possessed. Alternatively, you could be incubating an idea or project that is now coming to fruition, possibly nine month after it was first conceived!
Giving birth can also indicate renewal in some area of your life. The dream could refer to an improvement in your health, a change of circumstances, a new relationship or even a feeling of being reborn after a period of stagnantion.
If the pregnancy has lasted a long time but there's no sign of a baby, the dream suggest that you have been hoping to find fulfilment through something that has failed to materialize. It could refer to a personal relationship that has never quite taken off.
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THE WARNING SIGNS
WHAT TO DO NEXT
If you suspect you or your home might have a negative spirit attachement you can either contact a local priest for advice or get in touch with the Spirit Release Foundation
www.spiritrealease.com
You can also contact the Spiritulalists National Union, www.snu.org.uk
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Posted on Sun 5th Jun 2011
No one likes paying taxes, but a group of Romanian witches took it particularly badly when a new law was introduced earlier this year making their profession liable for income tax.
The unhappy Wiccans responded by cursing government officials!
Twelve witches created the curse by throwing posionous mandrake plants into the River Danube to put an hex on government officials 'so evil will befall them'.
Danube, Bratara Buzea, 63 (pictured left) a witch who was imprisoned for practising the craft in 1977, said: "My curses always work. We do harm to those who harm us"
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Posted on Sun 5th Jun 2011
Dreams about journeys almost always say something about your own journey through life. Along the way you inevitably encounter obstacles. Your dream can show you how to turn them into opportunities for personal development.
Setting off for an unknown destination suggests entering a new phase of your waking life, or taking a risk that will lead you to uncharted areas of emotional or spiritual experience. Are you enjoying the prospect of new adventures or feeling reluctant to enter foreign territory?
A dream about a difficult journey can reveal the way in which your own attitude is making your life hard going. It may imply, for instance, that your overly passive and need to show more initiative. If you are willing to act on the insight the dream offers, you will start healing the negative attitudes that block your progress.
Here are a few more typical journey dreams:
You arrive at the airport, only to find that you have left your passport and tickets behind. Or you're on holiday when you suddenly realise it's time to leave and you've done no packing.
People who have dreams like these are often extremely efficient in waking life and try to leave nothing to chance. Whilst it's wonderful to have great organizational ability, it's also important to leave a room in your life for some spontaneity. Your dream may therefore be a cry for recognition from a part of you that no longer want to be driven by the need to cope efficiently with every eventuality.
Waiting for a bus or a train that never arrives suggests that you are being left behind in an area of life where you want to accomplish something. Somehow you never seem to get the opportunity you need.
A bus or a tran that's bound for the wrong destination may reflect the fact that something just isn't going your way. Alternatively, the dream can be a message about the need to reconsider a goal you've set yourself. Sometimes this dream indicates an inner confict between a wish to stay within your familiar 'comfort zone' and a need to meet new challenges.
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Posted on Sun 5th Jun 2011
Teeth dreams and specifically teeth falling out are among the most common dream themes.
Whether your teeth start to crumble and decay of their own accord, or whether you touch them slightly and they feel loose in your mouth, we have all had this dream at some time or another.
However your teeth make their exit from your mouth, there is always a feeling of helplessness and powerlessness that accompanies the loss of your smile.
The simple meaning is: 'are you overdue for a visit to the dentist'. If not, your dream may have one of several symbolic meanings.
Since teeth are essential for chewing food, they can symbolise your 'bite on life', the degree to which you feel foreceful or decisive. Loose teeth could therefore indicate the need for you to have a more positive attitude.
Do you need to 'get your teeth' into something?l Or maybe you need to 'chew things over' with somebody who can helpy you cope more effectively. Weak or wobbly teeth can also suggest that you have bitten off more than you can chew.
Losing your teeth often represents a concern about how you appear to others. Is there a situation in which you feel you have failed to project a good self-image?
Since babies have no teeth, your dream may be warning you about an immature attitude. An alternative interpretation is based on the fact that losing your teeth has, until recently been associated with old age. In this case, the dream indicates a hidden fear of growing older.
Teeth have traditionally been compared to battlements guarding the entrance to our private, inner world. Losing them can therefore represent a fear of letting down your defences and exposing your true feelings.
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Posted on Sun 5th Jun 2011
DOCTOR Who's glamourous sidekick believes the only things to fear in the universe are ghosts in her home.
Despite tackling Daleks and other space villains, Karen Gillan says paranormal activity at her Inverness house gets her "quite freaked out".
And bumps in the night can even make her dread going to bed.
In a recent interview when asked what scares her, Karen said: "Paranormal activity. If I'm at home on my own and trying to sleep, I can get quite freaked out and need to look around every few seconds.
"My mother is adamant there are ghosts in our house, which hasn't helped me. She thinks we've got a presence.
" So I do try to avoid staying alone there - my nerves just can't stand it!"
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Posted on Sat 4th Jun 2011
Tough guy actor Nicolas Cage is a firm believer in ghosts and the spirit world.
The Oscar winner, star of films such as Face/Off and Gone In 60 Seconds, said in a recent interview that he refuses to sleep over at his Uncle's house due to a spooky encounter he once had there. (His uncle is film director Francis Ford Coppola.)
Cage said that one night whilst in his late teens he was sleeping in the attic, and his bedroom door creaked opened and the shadowy figure of a female with big hair stepped inside. Thinking it was his aunt, coming to bid him good night, he spoke to her. But the figure didn't respond. Cage said he then realised it wasn't his aunt and freaked out and screamed!
He isn't too sure that what he saw was a ghost. But the experience so unnerved him he would never go back to the house again.
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Posted on Thu 2nd Jun 2011
Like cosmic wildcards, eclipses make certain new or full Moons unique, and when they occur, it's possible to get a glimpse of the future. This summer’s eclipses fall across the signs of Gemini and Sagittarius, highlighting themes of faith vs. facts.
A new-Moon eclipse is also known as a “solar eclipse”, when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, temporarily preventing the Sun’s light to reach the Earth. A full-Moon eclipse is also known as a “lunar eclipse”, where the Earth passes between the Sun and Moon, temporarily preventing the Sun’s light to reach the Moon.
The Gemini solar eclipse which occured yesterday is called a” south-node eclipse”. It highlights how to bring closure to past cycles in order to move forward. The forthcoming Sagittarius eclipse of June 15 is a “north-node eclipse”. It highlights people, events and situations that help catapult you into your future.
Since these eclipses highlight opposing signs, you’ll find there’s a dominant theme that comes into special focus in your life this summer. Read on to explore how your summer could unfold!
Aries/Libra
Your Third House and Ninth House are activated by the summer eclipses, highlighting communication, learning, teaching and travelling. Stock up on books, sign up for courses, book a holiday or sit down and write. Stimulating your mind is key!
Taurus/Scorpio
Your Second and Eighth Houses are energized by the summer eclipses, encouraging you to focus on money – earning, saving, spending – and managing your debts, values and resources. It’s time to clarify your budget for maximum money magic.
Gemini/Sagittarius
As the eclipses are in your signs, (highlighting the First and Seventh Houses) themes around rebirth and love relationships are highlighted. Being true to yourself is important, and doing so helps you gain clarity in matters of the heart.
Cancer/Capricorn
The summer eclipses activate your Twelfth and Sixth Houses, bringing your spiritual, health and wellness zones into focus. Avoid doing too much now, as taking care of your body and spirit is important to future well-being.
Leo/Aquarius
Your Eleventh and Fifth Houses are activated by the summer eclipses, highlighting friendships, groups, creativity and children. Remember to prioritise playtime and be with the people that make you happiest. Also, reconnect with any hobbies that nourish your spirit.
Virgo/Pisces
The summer eclipses activate your Tenth and Fourth Houses, highlighting professional goals, life direction and home situations. Balance your time and energy to gain harmony at home and at work. Career opportunities are influenced by domestic decisions.
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Posted on Thu 2nd Jun 2011
Supermodel and actress Heidi Klum has just turned 38 -- and life couldn't be better for her. Married to English musician Seal since 2005, Heidi and her pop-singer hubby have one of the strongest, most envied relationships in Hollywood. Both are extremely vocal about their love for one another, even renewing their vows twice while raising their four children.. So, astrologically what's the magic that keeps them together?
Oddly enough, their charts are not obviously compatible: Heidi is a Gemini, and Seal a Pisces -- and their strongest astrological point is her Mars, the passion planet, in Pisces. However, being that most of Heidi's planets are in Gemini (Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus and Saturn), she is constantly changing, as her sign is one of duality. One of the only other signs of the zodiac to also have duality is Pisces. Because of that, their relationship is always expanding and spontaneous; Heidi and Seal approach life and love in the same way and always keep each other curious. For Heidi and Seal, following their imagination is more than likely to be what keeps their love alive!
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Posted on Thu 2nd Jun 2011
A report last autumn suggested that Britain is chock-a-block with friendly ghosts and helpful ghosts i.e. pointing motorists in the right direction and soothing the recently bereaved.
The Supernatural Angel Report also uncovers a series of 'hotspots' - where guardian angels and fairies seem to congregate in the UK after scouring police and council records.
The report into 'angelic paranormal activity in the UK' found that in the past 25 years there have been a staggering 755 official reports to police and councils in the UK.
Hotspots of 'good' paranormal activity include the historic village of Croston in Lancashire, where there have been 44 official reports of fairies living in the nearby woods.
A spokesman for the report said the fairy is known to locals as 'Shrewfoot' and that on one occasion it appeared by the side of the road to warn a hitchhiker to get off the road before a convoy of trucks sped through the village.
The report, commissioned by TV show Supernatural, states: 'There have been 44 official reports of fairies and the woods in Croston, Lancashire.
'It is home to a fairy known to the locals as Shrewfoot and it is a very protective entity and is reported to have saved at least one pedestrian who was in danger on the adjacent road from a speeding lorry.'
The extensive research, conducted by the UK's leading authority on the unexplained, Lionel Fanthorpe, included studying multiple archives, police reports, published reports and interviews with a number of ex police officers.
The report notes that there have been 755 documented incidents in the past 25 years, ranging from healing and helpful entities, to visions of angels and animal spirits.
Another hotspot is St Martin's Church in Westmeston in Sussex where there are dozens of reports of a friendly phantom drifting across the churchyard.
Another 'friendly entity' has been reported at St Botolph's Priory in Colchester in Essex - where the ghost smiles at people who have been recently bereaved A total of 104 cases of 'angelic visions' have been reported with Sutton Wood in Derbyshire getting the most hits as walkers see a monk wearing a large gold cross as they walk though the woodland.
According to the report witnesses say that the entity is 'very holy' and has 'an aura of goodness that makes them glad that they have seen it'.
The report reveals that there have been 99 reported cases of 'helpful entities' in the UK, which phantoms helping save the lives of people who come across them.
One of the most documented is at the Manor House in Cold Ashton in Gloucestershire, where lost motorists regularly arrive at and knock for help with directions.
According to the report a 'friendly butler' answers the door and points them in the right direction - even though the Manor House has been derelict for decades.
The report states that in the past 25 years there have been a total of 755 official reports of angelic activity, including; 192 sighting of benign entities - ghosts which just appear and vanish without scaring viewers - 127 friendly entities, which smile or wave at people, 104 angelic visions, 99 helpful entities which actively help people who see them, 69 animal spirits, 44 sightings of fairies, 41 visions of saints, 32 of white witches, 24 guardian angels and 23 healing entities.
The same organisation also revealed in a seperate study that there had been 227 'evil' paranormal reports in the past 12 months in the UK
Adapted from an original article in: The Metro October 2010
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Posted on Wed 1st Jun 2011
Candle magic is said to be one of the most effective and simple forms of spell-casting. It is commonly used by pagans and witches - followers of the pagan philosophy of Wicca - but we have almost all used it at some point, even if we do not realise it. Ever blown out the candles on a birthday cake while making a wish? It really can be as simple as that, but it can also be more elaborate if you choose.
Before you begin, you obviously need to have a clear idea of what it is that you wish to achieve. Think this through carefully, considering if it is what you really want and how your intended outcome might affect others. It is always good to bear in mind that the Wiccan rede, or law, "an harm it none do as ye will", was written for a reason and anything that does not sit comfortably with this is grey magic at best.
Choosing your Candle
Once you are sure of both your objective and your motives you can choose the colour of your candle. Colour has an important impact on how we think and feel. This is equally important in magic. If you can't find the colour you need, white is all things and will always suffice. Never feel you have to use a colour you don't like as the negativity could affect your outcome.
A Brief Summary of Colours
Naming the Day
You may also wish to pick an appropriate day on which to use your candle. Different days have different planetary influences and are believed to be governed by different deities concerned with different areas of life.
Decorating your Candle
Once you have chosen your candle, you might like to decorate it. You can do this in any way you choose, the more personal the better. You can use ribbon, runes, astrological symbols, or anything at all. You may also wish to anoint your candle with an appropriate oil, whatever feels right for you. Decorating your candle helps you to focus your intent for the spell.
Sacred Space
Before you actually begin your spell, it is useful to create a sacred space in which to work. This not only helps very much in focusing and being relaxed enough, but also keeps friendly energies in and negative ones out. There are many ways to create a sacred space, from the simplest to the most elaborate - used either when you have the time or most likely for reasons of ritual - and this is quite a personal thing: over time, you will find your own ways. To get started, though, sit comfortably with a plain white candle burning and all you'll need for your spell to hand, including your specially selected spell candle. You should also remove any jewellery or watches and switch off the phone and television to remove outside distractions.
While focusing your attention on the white candle's flame, take deep breaths, breathing in the world around you. Try to feel the white light of the candle tingle along the whole length of your spine, and slowly breathe out all your worries and the everyday world. Once you feel completely relaxed and at peace imagine a bubble of bright blue light surrounding you. If you wish you could also say a few words, such as:
North, east, south and west, help me with the magic you know best, earth, air, fire and water please guard and bless me from your quarter. Hail and welcome.
You are now ready to begin.
Moving your plain white candle to one side and lighting your coloured candle, you may wish either to speak your objective out loud or to write it as a rhyme and then burn the paper in the candle's flame. You may also choose to bury the ashes outside. If you want to, you can add herbs, flowers, a photograph, or whatever feels appropriate and will aid your focus on the object of your spell. However, you must always end any spell with: For the good of all and harm to none, so mote it be now it is done - or words to that effect. This ensures that if your spell is not for the good of all it will not work, so sparing you karmic consequences!.
After you have finished your spell, say 'thank you' to your deity of choice and allow your spell candle to burn down in a safe place such as a ceramic pot. The white one can be extinguished.
Extracted from a BBC article
Posted on Tue 29th Jun 2010
Pamela Colman Smith was the illustrator of one of the first commercial and possibly most successful tarot decks, the Rider Waite deck. She received neither the recognition she hoped for nor the monetary rewards she deserved. However, her paintings have influenced the design of most modern decks.
Early Years
Corinne Pamela Colman Smith was born in Pimlico, Middlesex, England on 16 February, 1878. Her parents were Charles Edward Smith and Corinne (née Colman) Smith. Her father was from Brooklyn, New York and her mother was Jamaican. Pamela was blessed with exotic looks from her mixed ethnicity. Her childhood was spent travelling since her father was an auditor for the West India Company; she spent her time in Brooklyn, London and Kingston.
Her mother died when she was ten, and because she was often separated from her father by his work she joined the Lyceum theatre group for company. Much of her later art work was influenced by her early teen years which she spent touring the country in this theatrical community.
She returned to be with her father in New York when she was 15 and attended the newly opened Pratt Institute, studying art with Arthur Wesley Dow and graduating four years later. Pamela returned to London in June 1899 with an ambition to succeed as an artist and author. She wrote Annancy Stories, a set of Jamaican tales about an African folk figure, Anansi the Spider, among other books on folk tales.
The Golden Dawn and The Tarot
Pamela was now a published writer, an achievement that opened many doors in turn-of-the-century London. She illustrated books for the poet William Butler Yeats, who introduced her to the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn.
The Order of the Golden Dawn was founded by Dr William Woodman, Dr William Wynn Westcott and SL MacGregor Mathers on 1 March, 1888. It was an occult order based on esoteric Christianity. By the time Pamela Colman Smith was inducted into the order it was splitting itself apart at the seams. Many of its members were rebelling against Mathers, who among other things, was involved in an alleged magical war with Aleister Crowley2.
The Order broke up into a number of factions; many of the members, including Pamela, formed The Order of the Independent and Rectified Rite, headed up by Arthur Edward Waite.
Waite was working on a new tarot deck and, aware of Pamela's artistic abilities, asked her to illustrate them.
The Rider-Waite Tarot
The deck that Smith and Waite came up with was published by the Rider and Sons Company in 1909. It has become the biggest selling tarot deck of all time. When people see tarot cards in the media, the cards that are most often seen are the Rider Waite deck. The 78 pictures that Pamela Smith painted are those that most people associate with the tarot. However, aside from a pittance in payment, she received nothing for doing the cards. Her name isn't even on the deck.
The Rider-Waite is a ground-breaking deck in that it opened the tarot up to many people. In a major departure, the minor cards featured paintings depicting the meaning of each card, rather than the playing-card style that was previously used. Many believe that it was the changes that Colman Smith made to these minor cards that made the deck more accessible. The changes allowed readings to be made by readers who didn't have to remember the complex occult numerology, which led to the deck's success. Nevertheless, Colman Smith received no royalty on the sales. Arthur Waite was much more interested in getting the 22 major cards correct and left Colman Smith to work on the minor cards mainly by herself.
Many subsequent decks have used Colman Smith's designs as a basis for their own, sometimes just thematically and at other times almost totally copying her pictures.
And Was Her Future Golden?
Colman Smith received an inheritance after World War I and rented a house called 'The Lizard' in Cornwall. She lived with her friend Mrs Nora Lake before they both moved to a house in Bude in 1939. Colman Smith had not sought fame or notoriety. She just hoped to be recognized for her work. When she died on 18 September, 1951, all her possessions were sold off to pay for her debts, leaving Mrs Lake with nothing to remember her by — not even a gravestone.
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Posted on Tue 29th Jun 2010
All around the globe there is no shortage of tales of ghostly occurrences and things that go bump in the night. Here’s a small selection of multi-ethnic spectres
England, UK
Littlecote Manor in Berkshire is famous for its ghosts. Hundreds of years ago it's said that a Lady in the Manor had an illegitimate child, which was murdered in the bedroom fireplace. The room is now said to be haunted by the heartbroken lady and blood stained clothing appears from time-to-time in the fireplace. The tale is disturbing enough to put people off staying there.
Chedworth Roman Villa. Locals who live nearby will tell you of the screams of young boys which have been heard many times. The Romans, of course, pioneered under floor central heating and used young boys to crawl under the floor space to set fires to warm the floors. Unfortunately it’s said that some boys became trapped whilst carrying out the task and were burnt alive – hence the ghostly screams. Officials in charge of running the villa are extremely reluctant to talk about it because they do not want the historically important site to become better known for its ghosts, but no-one will ever go down to the villa after dark!
About a mile away from the villa is a very large house called Compton Cassey - it is famously haunted by a number of (unfriendly) spirits and has been exorcised many times. The house is built over an old Roman villa and over the years there have been many sightings of a Roman legion marching over the nearby hillside - you can only see the Romans from the waist up as apparently the earth is at a different level now. However, the Romans have only ever been sighted by people coming back from the pub - there is yet to be a sighting by someone on the way to the pub!
The town of Durham, England is arguably one of the most haunted places in the country. It has a fair range of Grey Ladies and several others to boot.
Scotland, UK
Whether or not the Kelpie is a ghost is open to debate, but the fact is that it is one of Scotland's most dangerous spirits. It traditionally takes the form of a wild horse or a beautiful woman and offers to carry travellers across the lochs. However, its intentions are by no means noble, for when the Kelpie and its passenger reach the middle of the loch the poor soul will be drowned, but the Kelpie can apparently not cross running streams. The creature now known throughout the world as the Loch Ness Monster was for a long period of history believed to be a Kelpie.
Glaamis is a part of Scotland with a rich supernatural history, particularly where its local castle is concerned:
The family's private chapel [of Glaamis Castle], is said to haunted by a woman who was burned at stake in the castle grounds for being a witch. Her ghost is said to appear sitting in the back corner of the chapel, on public tours of the castle few people feel comfortable sitting in this area.
There are other ghosts at Glammis too. Like the Earl of Strathmore who was drunk and wanted to play cards on a Sunday. Of course in those days nobody would play cards on the Sabbath, so he ran up and down the halls trying to convince someone to play with him. The devil showed up, they played for his soul and he lost, of course. So he's condemned to run up and down the halls screaming.
There's also a room that's bricked off. It was tested in the 1800s. They hung sheets out of all the windows, and there was one window with no sheet. There are two theories for this; one is that the heir apparent to the throne was born crazy, and they walled him up to keep it from the public. The other is that a vampire was bricked in, and of course, that's not the proper way to kill a vampire.
Germany
When mountaineers reach the top of the greatest peaks they are sometimes startled to see what appears to be a large, shadowy apparition floating in the sky. These were called Brocken, a name given by the people of Germany who first spoke of them. No doubt these apparitions scared the woolly socks of the poor fellows in days of yore but recently it has become known that they are in fact the mountaineer's own shadows on the clouds, caused by unusual sunlight effects.
The Netherlands
One Dutch legend speaks of a phantom boat that ferries the souls of the dead from The Netherlands to the island of Britain. This tale was supposed to account for why the UK has so many ghosts compared with the rest of Europe.
Denmark
In Denmark, the preferred hangouts for spooks seem to be old mansions, especially those built between 1600 - 1700. These mansions each have a ghost called the White Lady or the Grey Lady, who wanders the hallways dressed in, predictably, white or grey. It is not known what caused most of them but one is supposedly the ghost of a woman who was bricked into a wall in the house and left to die. This type of ghost is also very common in Estonia.
Banks Islands, Pacific Ocean
The natives of the Banks Islands believe that certain stones contain spirits called 'eating ghosts', and that if a person's shadow falls across such a stone then his soul will be sucked into it and he will die.
North America
Native American Indians have a tradition whereby they hold ceremonies in honour of the ghosts of animals that they have killed for food. These ceremonies supposedly help to ensure successful hunting. Whale hunters in Siberia, Russia also have similar traditions.
Mad Anthony's Ghost is the North American spectre of a famous general from the American Revolution.
Canada
There are lots of stories out of Nova Scotia, Canada about ghostly animals. There are stories of large and small dogs wandering around houses, through rooms and up and down stairs. There's a story of a large horse seeming to strike down a fence, and in daylight it can be seen that there is no damage done.
In an area called Fox Point, there is supposed to be a headless pig that crosses the road just at the top of a hill. To the left of the road is a tiny beach where three survivors of a shipwreck and several bodies came ashore, so there may be a connection.
Extracted from a BBC article
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Posted on Tue 29th Jun 2010
As a practicing psychic I’m often asked by my clients during a psychic tarot reading whether I can see marriage in their immediate future.
And why wouldn’t they want to know? Most people like to think that one day they will settle down and live happily ever after with someone “very special”.
So what tarot cards would I expect to see if someone will be marrying or at least involved in a long term permanent relationship?
I would be looking for the appearance in a tarot spread of one of three following cards:
The Hierophant
The Two of Cups
The Ace of Cups
Of course, just to see these cards in a spread wouldn't be enough. I would also be looking for the surrounding tarot cards to also add weight to the idea of marriage but generally these cards are seen as positive indications of love and romance.
So what do they mean?
The Hierophant I always see this card as representing traditional old fashioned values in a love relationship i.e. love, trust and mutual understanding. And what's more traditional than a white wedding in a church? The Hierophant always carries such ideas.
To draw this card usually points to a perfect partner for you and often someone quite a bit older. You may meet this person when you join a group or ask for some professional advice. Linked to Taurus, it reminds you of the true values you seek in a relationship “someone trustworthy” and that your quest is over to find this.
The Two of Cups
I always like to see this card in a psychic tarot reading. It indicates “the perfect partnership”. Representing a balanced love bond, you can be sure that the person you will marry will have a very reassuring effect on you and you would trust them with your life. But you have to start giving out what you long to receive. Yes, you have been holding back, but from now on you have nothing to fear. The resentment and doubt which has resulted in one sided love for you in the past can be faced and erased forever.
New romance is linked to someone who has a seductive smile and who you may meet in the strangest of circumstances.
Ace of Cups
The Ace of Cups is a lovely romantic card, promising long term happiness, rewards and the joy of rebirth in your life. As the card shows - your cup will truly overflow with happiness.
Even if you are less than happy with the love in your life right now, this card promises, new riches – if you look in the right place.
If single ,expect a whirlwind romance leading to an engagement or marriage within a year when you are lucky enough to draw this card
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Posted on Mon 28th Jun 2010
**This healing spell is not intended to replace conventional veterinary treatment which we all have an obligation and responsibility to seek if our pet is unwell. It should rather be seen as complimentary treatment and support to any professional treatment advised. But just like humans, pets respond well to a little magickal healing help! So it's well worth a try.
You will need:
Mix some healing oil, using:
Anoint a black candle, a red candle and a brown candle with this healing oil. The black is for absorption of the negativity (the illness), the red is for strength and health, and the brown is an "astral" or "significator" candle for the animal. Place the brown candle between the black and red candles, and make a ring of stones around the set-up, using stones or crystals that you associate with healing (amethyst, quartz, agate...you choose whichever type or combination of types). Place some of the oil in your hands, and begin to rub them together, generating heat and energy. When you feel that you've built a small "bundle" of healing energy, place your hands on your pet, stroking it and giving it the healing energy you've built, making sure to concentrate on any areas where you feel or sense the illness. Focus on the candles, continuing to maintain contact with your pet, and visualise the strength from the red candle pouring into the brown candle, and pushing all the sickness into the black candle. Attune with the Goddess, and when you've got a good grip on the visualisations above (and the animal!), say:
"Goddess, with your healing touch
Bless this animal we love so much.
God, with beasts as your domain,
Remove the sickness, heal the pain.
So mote it be!"
Continue the stroking and energy flow until you feel that the spell is done, then allow the animal plenty of time to rest and heal. Obviously, if you wish to perform this spell in a cast circle, that's your choice. If you wish to continue the spell for a number of days (I'd suggest at least 3 days), and your pet has a special place where it rests or "lives" (such as a cage, etc.), ring this area, if possible, with the stones, place a red candle on one side of the area and a black candle on the other (anointed with the healing oil); focus on the red candle and project its energy into area with your pet, visualising the illness being pushed out the other side, since there's no room for it, and into the black candle. Rub the oil onto your hands and stroke it into/onto the animal's body as often as you feel necessary.
**If you are not familiar with aromotherapy oils you should seek professional advice as if you do not mix them correctly they can cause skin irritation.
Posted on Mon 28th Jun 2010
This powerful love spell was sent in by one of Psychic Reach's readers, Debbie.
Debbie says "This spell really does work. I have used it and actually I met my husband just a few weeks after I performed it. It is very specific and must be followed exactly."
Best Night: Friday
Best Moon: Full
Things you will need:
Write out the qualities you want in a lover on the sheet of paper using the pen.
Next spritz the paper with your perfume.
Fold the paper and place it in the envelope.
Now take the flower petals, hold them in your right hand. Envision yourself happy and in love, squeezing the petals tight in your hand. Keep envisioning this scene.
Drop the petals into the envelope. Seal the envelope closed and seal the whole spell with a kiss. Apply the red lipstick and kiss the envelope!
Place in a safe place. NEVER open it again. If you do, the spell will be broken.
Note: Do not use characters or qualities specific to a certain person. The spell will not work that way
Posted on Mon 28th Jun 2010
“Cosmic Ordering” hit the national headlines in 2006 when TV presenter, Noel Edmonds revealed how a book “Cosmic Ordering” by German author, Barbel Mohr had changed his life for the better. Noel said that the ideas in the book had helped him focus on what he really wanted in life, and brought him personal happiness and also renewed success with his hit game show “Deal or No Deal”.
And even now several years later Cosmic Ordering is still as popular as ever with many websites devoted to it and several spin off books.
So if you feel you need a little magical help from the Universe to improve your life, here’s a simple guide to how it works:
Cosmic Ordering harnesses the power of positive thinking and the creative energy of our thoughts to manifest whatever we desire. There are no limits, you can ask for anything, a new love or a new house, money or wealth, health or healing… whatever you desire can be yours. The only demand is that you are positive, be open and be at ease, requesting your cosmic order without worry or attachment to the outcome.
What is Cosmic Ordering?
Cosmic Ordering is the process of identifying something you want or need in your life and then simply placing the order with the cosmos by asking for it. Visualize what it is you want, lightly holding that request in your mind without worry or attachment to the outcome, and then releasing it to the cosmos. The cosmic ordering service should then be left to fulfil your order in its own creative way. There are many theories about how it works, but the general consensus is that at some level we are all connected; our thoughts are creative and energetic and can communicate through the cosmic connections. Whether it is our own creative thoughts or some other power that finally manifests our desires is a question for each individual and one of the wonderful mysteries of life. The important thing however is that it works. How often have you thought about someone you haven't been in contact with for a while and then shortly afterwards they contact you? Our thoughts are powerful and creative. Cosmic ordering is about harnessing that positive energy and using it to help realize our dreams.
What Do I Need To Know To Place A Successful Order?
Be positive, be open and be at ease. Negativity, closed thinking and anxiety will kill the process dead. If you find that these things are blocking your ability to successfully place and receive your cosmic orders, then you may need to do additional clearing work to remove the emotional or psychological blocks to your success. The best thing though, is to start ordering small, inconsequential things to build your confidence in the process. Here are some general guidelines for Cosmic Ordering.
Will the Cosmic Ordering Service Work For Me?
Sometimes the delivery can be subtle and you must be open and alert for the opportunities the cosmic ordering service delivers to you as part of the fulfilment process. For example you might "accidentally" bump into someone who could prove to be invaluable. Or you could discover a key piece of information, get an inspiration or have a brainwave that paves the way for your delivery. You must be ready and willing to take the opportunities when they arrive.
4 Great Benefits of Cosmic Ordering
1. It keeps you focused. Research shows that people who write down their needs and goals are more likely to achieve them.
2. It Boosts your Self-Confidence. When you believe that something is possible, your subconscious is more aware and alert for relevant opportunities when they arrive.
3. It Brings You Positive Experiences. Sending out positive energy into the Cosmos will automatically attract positive people and opportunities to you. Studies also suggest that that people with lots of friends suffer least from depression.
4.It Brings You Good Health. Thinking positively will mean you're less likely to suffer from stress, which in turn will have a positive influence on your health. Stress encourages unhealthy behaviour like smoking, drinking and eating junk food. It can suppress your immune system and increase your blood pressure, raising the risk of heart disease over time. Some research even suggests that optimists live longer than pessimists.
Happy ordering.
Posted on Sun 27th Jun 2010
Face reading has been used for millennia in both the Eastern and Western civilizations. In the Western world it is called physiognomy while in China it is known as xiàng shù (also: xiàng miàn 相面, kàn xiàng 看相), and in Japan as ninsō-uranai 人相卜.
Aristotle, Hippocrates, Galen and Chaucer all studied and wrote about physiognomy. In China, face reading has a long association with medicine. Skilled specialist practitioners diagnose illnesses from careful observation of the face.
Different aspects of your face cover different areas of your personality:
Your ears show how you interact with others, your level or risk-taking and longevity.
Your hairline show how you socialise.
Your forehead shows your way of thinking and parental influence.
Your browbones show issues to do with control.
Your eyebrows show your passion, sense of pride and level temper.
Your eyes reveal how open you are to life and experiences and your intelligence.
Your cheeks show your level of confidence.
Your cheekbones show how you assert your authority.
Your nose indicates your money situation and the way you work, your ego, drive and power.
The tip of your nose shows your inner emotions.
Your mouth shows the way you express yourself.
Your lips reveal your sensuality and how you physically express yourself.
Your chin indicates your level of assertiveness, character and will power.
Your jaws indicates your determination.
Are you ready to find out what your face reveals about you?
First of all, take a good long look in the mirror. Don't judge! Don't be critical! Just look and take careful note of your facial features.
Are you already cursing your double chin? Well, don't! It means that happiness will come later in life but it will make up for arriving so late by arriving in bulk.
Do you hate the way your ears stick out? This reveals that you are an unconventional, original and independent thinker.
Do you wish you didn't have "crow's feet"? Enjoy them, because they show that you can see and appreciate the bigger picture. It also shows you are not easily fooled.
Posted on Sat 26th Jun 2010
The act of mediumship requires being able to "see" in a different way. This visionary experience can be second nature for some, and for others it may prove to be a difficult undertaking if you have been conditioned to dismiss or ignore atherial visions. To aid in developing your mediumship abilities, this rejuvenating chakra exercise will serve as an introduction to a different way of seeing and feeling.
Chakras are energy centres in the body, aligning along the spine. In addition to balancing the chakras, this exercise increases your overall psychic sensitivity and mental awareness. Each chakra has a different function and energy associated with the location. (See the following chart and familiarise yourself with the correspondence.) When opening your chakras through this exercise, one of the chakra sites you will open is your "third eye" or the 6th chakra, which awakens your ability to see non physical images, and the starting point for you to achieve the desired result of mental mediumship.
7th Chakra: Crown - Top of head, Colour - Violet.
Qualities: Thought, Universal connection, wisdom, enlightenment, cosmic connection, consciousness, spiritual will, higher self.
6th Chakra: Third Eye- Centre of forehead, Colour - Indigo
Qualities: Intuition, insight, perception, clairvoyance, clarity.
5th Chakra: Throat, Colour - Light Blue
Qualities: Speech, communication, creative expression, truth.
4th Chakra: Heart - Centre of chest, Colur - Green
Qualities: Energizes blood, unconditional love, forgiveness, harmony, acceptance, peace.
3rd Chakra: Solar Plexus - Between navel and chest, Colour - Yellow
Qualities: Will, energy, radiance, awakening, humour.
2nd Chakra: Sacral - Below navel, Colour - Orange
Qualities: Sexuality, emotions, pleasure, desire, creativity.
1st Chakra: Root - Base of spine, Colour - Red
Qualities: Life-force, survival, instincts, grounding, stability, security.
How to open the chakras:
1) Sit comfortably with your eyes closed, maintaining a posture with a straight spine. Allow your breathing to become regular.
2) When you feel relaxed and that your breath is consistent, imagine a small red circle at the base of your spine, simulating a pulsating stop-light. Allow this light to slowly expand.
3) After this expansion has happened and there is a large red ball of energy surrounding the base of your spine, shift the pulsating movement into a rotational spinning. Visualise the swirling ball of red light transform into a spinning pin-wheel. Gradually increase the speed and momentum until you feel a sensation of warmth, clarity, and pure radiance.
4) Your first chakra, your root, is now clear and open. At this point it is functioning at its full potential and will reflect the qualities of this chakra: Life-force, survival, instincts, grounding, stability, and security.
5) Continue this exercise by moving up the spine to the next chakra, the second chakra, and visualize the appropriate coloured ball of light (according to the chart above). Transform the pulsating light into the spinning motion as previously suggested.
6) Continue working up the spine in the proper orderly sequence, opening the remaining chakras by using the correct colour associations and visualizations.
7) Pay special attention to the process of opening the sixth chakra, your third eye, the energetic location where you awaken and invite enhancement of your mental mediumship abilities.
8) Enjoy the feeling of having your chakras open and buzzing. Take note of the feelings of vitality and clarity. Compare the different experiences and sensations as you opened the different chakra points. Did some open quicker than others? Were any stuck, or did you have a hard time achieving a radiant glow?
9) When you are ready to end the exercise, it's important that you close your chakras.
10) Closing your chakras is a quicker process. Starting at the crown chakra, the seventh chakra, visualize an overflowing waterfall of white light pouring out of your crown and down the sides of your body. Let it flow over your third eye, down the throat, and continue the flow of water all the way down to the root chakra. During this process feel the cool, calming and closing of the chakras as you are extinguishing their light and shutting them off.
The continued practice of opening your chakras will increase your awareness and clarity. If you specifically want to heighten your mental mediumship, you may choose to perform a shortened version of this exercise to relegate your chakra opening to mediumship -- the sixth chakra. You may find yourself in a situation where you do not have the ability or time to enjoy the full chakra opening exercise, however you can spare a few seconds to solely awaken the third eye.
Posted on Fri 25th Jun 2010
In English folklore, a boggart (or bogart) is a household fairy which causes things to disappear, milk to sour, and dogs to go lame.
Always evil in its intentions, it's said that the boggart will follow its family wherever they flee.
In Northern England, at least, there was the belief that the boggart should never be named, for when it was given a name, it would not be reasoned with nor persuaded, but would become uncontrollable and destructive.
It is said that the boggart crawls into people's beds at night and puts a clammy hand on their faces. Sometimes he strips the bedsheets off them. Sometimes a boggart will also pull on a person's ears. Hanging a horseshoe on the door of a house is said to offer protection and keep a boggart away.
In the folklore of North-West England, boggarts are said to live under bridges on dangerous sharp bends on roads, and it's considered bad luck for drivers not to offer their polite greetings as they cross.
The Scottish variant is the bogle (or boggle).
Posted on Fri 25th Jun 2010
Excerpt of original article by Kathy Gearing which appeared in the Spring 2006 Newsletter of the Ghost Club of Great Britain. No one has ever been able to explain this strange photograph despite being examined by photographic experts. It also appeared in newspapers at the time and no one can identify the girl.
"This photograph was taken on a wet, drizzly day on Dartmoor on the 14th June 2002. The photographer had been sitting in the car watching the ponies with her partner and decided to take a picture of them before they went home. They were totally baffled when they had the film developed and saw the little girl who appears to be petting the pony, as they are absolutely sure there was nobody else around at the time. Joan says, "the little girl was not wearing appropriate clothing for that cold, wet day and she was "brighter" than she would have been in the flesh - so to speak". It does seem very unlikely that a young girl would be out on Dartmoor, miles from anywhere on her own. Joan adds, "also those ponies do not stand still to let anyone touch them. The only person we saw, apart from the cars which drove by, was a man driving a tractor coming off the moor to get on to the road".
Photograph: provided by Lee Moynes and taken by his friend Joan.
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Excerpt of original article by Kathy Gearing which appeared in the Spring 2006 Newsletter. Photograph: provided by Lee Moynes and taken by his friend Joan.
This photograph was taken on a wet, drizzly day on Dartmoor on the 14th June 2002. The photographer had been sitting in the car watching the ponies with her partner and decided to take a picture of them before they went home. They were totally baffled when they saw the little girl who appears to be petting the pony, as they are absolutely sure there was nobody else around at the time. Joan says, "the little girl was not wearing appropriate clothing for that cold, wet day and she was "brighter" than she would have been in the flesh - so to speak". It does seem very unlikely that a young girl would be out on Dartmoor, miles from anywhere on her own. Joan adds, "also those ponies do not stand still to let anyone touch them. The only person we saw, apart from the cars which drove by, was a man driving a tractor coming off the moor to get on to the road".
Posted on Sat 19th Jun 2010
Cats who know exactly when they are going to be taken to the vets. Dogs who sense their owners' whereabouts - even if they are miles away. And birds who seem to mourn the deaths of those around them... our pets and other animals have always been intuitive - but do they really have a mysterious sixth sense?
A 2008 book “The Art of Dying” by Britain's leading clinical authority on near-death experiences, Dr Peter Fenwick, and his wife Elizabeth, a counsellor, examines the remarkable cases of psychic animals.
There is nothing new about the idea that animals can acquire information from an extra sense that we humans have now lost - if we ever had it at all.
Most pet owners can probably quote some example of a cat or dog behaving like a mind-reader.
Dogs often behave as if they know when their owner is setting off for home, though the owner may be many miles away, and may wait by the door for them to arrive.
Cats are notorious for being able to sense when a visit to the vet is in the offing.
One academic, Rupert Sheldrake, author of 'Dogs That Know When Their Owners Are Coming Home', contacted 65 veterinary offices in London and asked if they had any problem with cat owners keeping their appointments.
Not only had 64 noticed such problems, but some were no longer making appointments for cat owners, explaining: 'Cat appointments don't work.'
It isn't simply that the cats notice their owner approaching with a cat basket - the animals actually hide as soon as they sense that their owner is beginning to think: 'I'd better start looking for Puss now if we're to make it to the vets on time . . .'
Similarly, an awareness of death is certainly not restricted to us humans. The enormous interest generated by the case of the intuitive American cat, Oscar, indicates the fascination prescient pet behaviour holds.
Oscar lives in a nursing home and has an uncanny ability to sense when a resident is about to die. When a patient is near death, Oscar nearly always appears and hops on the bed.
The staff have come to recognise and respect Oscar's instincts, and send for the relatives of any patient he has chosen to curl up beside.
But they have no explanation for it. Oscar shows no interest in patients who are simply in poor shape, or who still have a few days to live.
Oscar, a hospice cat has an uncanny knack for predicting when nursing home patients are going to die
One theory says a cat's acute sensitivity to smell might enable it to detect some subtle change in metabolism around the time of death, but no one has been able to explain why any moggy should show an interest in the approach of the Grim Reaper.
Given this, it is perhaps not surprising so many people have told us of deathbed-related cat and dog incidents.
Ann Liddell described the odd behaviour of her Newfoundland dog on the night her mother died.
'At about 4.30am he started to bark - not his usual sharp warning bark, but howling. I knew instantly that my mother had died, and soon after we got the call from the hospital to confirm this.'
Michael Finch's mother was dying of cancer. One night Michael left the hospital and returned home to let the dog out.
'I will never forget this as long as I live. At 10.45pm, the dog began to howl like a wolf. It was spine-chilling. I just knew this was because Mum had died.
For five minutes he howled uncontrollably and then took to bed.
'The dog was a Cavalier King Charles spaniel and had never made such a deep, wild and rasping sound. When my father and sister returned later, they confirmed Mum had died at 10.45 pm.'
Susan Burman told how when her husband was on his deathbed, their cat curled up by his feet. As he took his dying breath, the fur on the cat's back stuck out as if by static electricity.
We were told by a carer of a very similar reaction by a resident's cat which normally slept on his bed.
The cat happened to come into the room at the moment the resident died, and a nurse who was present reported: 'It shrieked and sped around the room a couple of times - and then shot out of the room as though it didn't want to be there.
The cat sensed the spirits had finally come for the resident.'
Cat tales
An even stranger story is that of the Cox's cat. It concerns one of our oldest friends, Brian, a biochemist working in a university research department - a person, you might think, not given to imagining things, or jumping to conclusions.
For some years before she died, Brian's elderly aunt would visit regularly. Each time she came she would spend most of her time sitting in one particular chair, and the cat (gratified, as cats usually are, to find a member of the household willing to sit still in one particular place for some considerable time) would spend most of its time sitting on her knee.
The aunt always insisted that when she died, Brian should ensure that she was buried beside her husband - otherwise, she said, she would haunt her nephew. Some months later, she died.
Between the day she died and the day of her funeral, the cat behaved strangely. On going into the sitting room, its hackles rose and its fur stood on end.
It avoided the aunt's chair and hid behind the sofa. After the funeral, when the aunt had indeed been buried beside her husband, the cat's behaviour returned to normal.
Far from reacting like Oscar the cat - who never lost his composure in the face of death (and indeed seemed to seek death out) - most of the animals we have been told about seem to have been very disturbed.
Dogs and cats often seem to 'sense' when a person has died
Dogs bark or howl, and cats' fur stands on end. Perhaps they are experiencing the presence of the dying, or have an awareness of death - but there is no question of them finding it comforting.
Birds, however, are traditionally associated with death - usually as harbingers of doom - and several accounts sent to us concerned bird sightings.
In two cases shortly after the death, a small bird would fly into the house and perch, apparently unconcerned, on a piece of furniture before flying out again.
Not all that unusual, admittedly - but for the bird to appear unperturbed is certainly strange. It's more usual for a bird that has flown into a house to fly around, beating itself against the windows in a panic to escape.
Everyone involved in each of these cases felt the bird's visit was intimately related to the death. Alison Hole, a nurse, wrote to us describing the moments after the death of one of her patients.
The heaviness in the atmosphere of a room after a death, and the feeling that 'something' lingers on after a death and must be released, has also been mentioned by several other correspondents.
Alison reported: 'Walking across the room was slow as the atmosphere was heavy and the floor was like walking through tar.
Once I opened the window, the atmosphere in the room cleared and I noticed a white bird the other side of the window.
'While it is normal for birds to nest or rest on the hospital window ledges, this was around 4am in the winter. It was dark and too early for dawn - and this was not a seagull. I never saw another pale bird in the area.'
The following story describes bird behaviour that is way beyond what one would expect of a normal bird in normal circumstances.
Oliver Robinson's owl made its appearance some time after the death it was associated with, so it falls into the category of after-death communication rather than deathbed coincidence.
But the extraordinary behaviour of the owl, together with the feelings it engendered in Oliver's mother, made the temptation to include it here irresistible.
Strange behaviour
The first appearance of the owl was on one warm April morning, some months after the death of Oliver's grandmother. Oliver's mother here describes what happened.
'There was a terrific commotion outside the kitchen, caused by our garden birds. When I went out to see what all the fuss was about, the birds were dive-bombing an owl which sat on one of the lower branches of the oak tree.
'It seemed strange that an owl was out in the middle of the day, and although the small birds were trying to frighten it away, it just sat quietly in the tree.
'As the day warmed up I opened the French windows on the south side of the house. When I stepped out into the garden, there was a great flapping of wings and the owl flew down and landed in front of me on the grass.
'It was a large tawny owl about 12in high. It looked up at me with big brown eyes and mewed. It seemed very tame.
'During the day, every time I went outside, the owl would come down and stand in front of me. It was almost as if it was trying to say something. The big brown eyes looked so human and reminded me of my mother, also brown-haired, who had died the previous summer.'
The feathered visitor's strange behaviour didn't end there.
Oliver's mother continues: 'When my husband and children came home I told them about the owl but thought no more about it.
'We always sleep with our top windows open, and that night there was a lot of scuffling and rustling at the window. The owl came down to sit on the window - behaviour my husband didn't like at all.
'The next morning, I opened the kitchen windows. No sooner had I opened the large window over the sink, than there was a great flurry of wings and the owl flew right into the kitchen.
'It seemed best for the children and my husband to go out and close the doors while I opened the outside door, hoping to coax it outside, but it seemed to be quite at home in the kitchen.
'It flew down to the other end, and sat on the curtain rail watching me. It had a tremendous wing-span and it was remarkable that nothing was knocked over. Eventually it flew out of the window and sat on the back porch.
'When we went out to the car later that morning, it came straight down and perched on the flowerpot I was carrying. As we drove out, it sat on the gatepost watching us.
'It came down to our window again that night and to the porch the next day, but not down to my feet. After a few days it disappeared. Every now and then I would hear the sound of it nearby.'
The ability to fly has always been regarded as a magical power, the stuff of dreams.
Perhaps that is why birds have always been regarded as having an element of the supernatural and why, in so many myths and legends, they provide a link between the human world and the supernatural or divine, associated with both birth and death.
In some cultures, the human soul is believed to arrive on Earth in bird form, and in many societies, birds are seen as carriers or symbols of the human soul, flying heavenwards after death, or as guardians who guide the soul to the afterlife.
Perhaps these perplexing modern bird stories indicate the possible origin of these myths - or maybe they are a demonstration that these are more than simply legends.
Extracted from an original article in the Daily Mail
Posted on Fri 18th Jun 2010
by Colin Wilson
As Vice-President of the Ghost Club Society for over 25 years I have looked into many cases of ghost sightings so when I read an article in the Daily Mail that an eminent psychologist, Dr Richard Wiseman, has claimed that ghosts definitely do not exist, I knew he was talking nonsense - not least because I have actually talked to a ghost, as I shall describe later.
I never cease to be amazed by the gall of scientists who declare they have now proved the non-existence of spirits or the soul or second sight or telepathy when thousands of ordinary people can contradict them from their own experience.
In the British Journal Of Psychology, Dr Wiseman and his colleagues describe how they investigated two famous haunted sites - Hampton Court Palace and the South Bridge Vaults in Edinburgh - and noted that in the most 'spooky' areas there are strong magnetic fields.
Magnetism, they say, can influence the mind into thinking it is sensing the presence of a ghost. So can such conditions as cold and damp.
Their conclusion is that ghosts are all in the mind, that what you might think is a ghost is nothing more than the brain's reaction to tiny changes in light, temperature, smell or magnetic field.
What I find incredible is that these scientists - from Edinburgh and Hertfordshire Universities - have apparently failed to take a close look at the wealth of scientific research into ghosts that has been going on since 1882.
This was the year that a group of scientists and intellectuals decided to create a society for studying ghosts and hauntings under the strictest conditions. Within a few months, they had so much proof that not one of them had the slightest doubt that ghosts were real.
One of their best documented cases is that of an old chimney sweep, Samuel Bull, who died of 'sooty cancer', leaving a bedridden widow in a tiny cottage with eight other family members.
Nine months after his death, the six children became nervous, declaring that there was someone outside the door. Then one day, Samuel Bull, looking quite solid, walked into his widow's bedroom.
Everyone was terrified, but as these appearances continued over months, even the children got used to it. Samuel would stand by his widow's bed, his hand on her forehead - she said it felt firm but cold. One visit lasted more than an hour.
The Society For Psychical Research, who investigated the case, had no doubt it was genuine.
Samuel Bull was the most common type of ghost. He looked like a real person. But another type is so common that thousands of cases have been recorded - the poltergeist, or noisy ghost.
Poltergeists throw things, cause objects to fly around, and often make such a racket that they drive people to nervous breakdowns.
I have studied many cases, and have concluded that they are basically mischievous, empty-headed spirits with nothing better to do - the football hooligans of the spirit world.
In fact, there are so many poltergeists about that there is probably one within ten miles of where you live. I once tested this by asking around my local area of Cornwall. In no time at all I had located more than a dozen.
My most striking supernatural experience came in 1978 when I was invited to our local television station in Plymouth to meet a pretty nurse named Pauline McKay.
When placed in a hypnotic trance, Pauline would talk in a strong Devon accent and declare that her name was Kitty Jay, a milkmaid who had committed suicide in the late 18th century, and whose grave on Dartmoor is a tourist attraction.
But Pauline had never heard of her, nor did she know of the existence of Jay's Grave.
As Pauline lay in the studio with closed eyes, she told me how she had gone to Canna Farm, near Chagford, the most haunted village in England, looking for the labourer who had made her pregnant, and then hanged herself in the barn. Because she was a suicide, her body was buried at a crossroads on the edge of the moor, an attempt to confuse her spirit should it walk.
Pauline pronounced Chagford in the old way - Chagiford (it was spelt Chageford) - and the detailed manner in which she described Kitty's death left us all horrified and convinced.
Later, we took Pauline along to Canna Farm. She became obviously upset but, without prompting, led us into the farmyard, and turned left into the barn. There she showed us the beam on which Kitty hanged herself, and the farmer verified that she was correct.
Yet Pauline had never visited the West Country in her life.
So what is there about the little town of Chagford that makes it one of the most haunted places in England?
After extensive research, I have come to the conclusion that Chagford does indeed have more ghosts than any small town I have visited.
And I believe Dr Wiseman is at least partly right, in that the answer lies in magnetism - the magnetism of the Earth itself.
It is often connected with granite, like that on Dartmoor. Lines of this force can be traced by good dowsers, who call them 'ley lines'. The whole area around Chagford is surrounded by them.
For some reason, these lines seem to provide the ideal environment for ghosts. Again and again, I have found that haunted houses lie on the crossing point of ley lines.
And I am certain that in some odd way, these lines can record powerful, tragic emotions, like magnetic tapes.
Chagford is plainly a place that is full of such 'recordings', echoes of the past and there are many more scattered the length of Britain. Whatever, the psychologists say, I know what I've seen and heard. Ghosts do exist.
From an original article first published in the Daily Mail
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Posted on Fri 18th Jun 2010
If a particular number keeps reoccurring in your life it may be worth referring to the ancient traditions of numerology in order to better understand its meaning and significance.
There are several books and websites that you could use to explore this further. For example, adding the numbers four and eight make 12. By adding the one and two, you reach three.
Three is traditionally associated with notions of diplomacy and sensitivity, but also indecision. You may also be able to associate the whole number 48 to some aspect of your childhood, a house number, for example.
Similarly the numbers contained within the winning sum may ring bells with some aspect of your past life. Whatever the case, the basic theme of the dream may concern some longing or desire to win or succeed.
This may be a concrete win, like bingo, or more symbolic, like a new relationship or job. Perhaps you should take time out to think about what exactly it is you would like to win and how best to go about it.
Posted on Fri 18th Jun 2010
In Reiki l, a student is "attuned" for the first time by a Reiki master. Through the course of Level l, students focus on harnessing energy by learning not to "control" it, but to let it flow through them. Some students are encouraged to do a thirty day self-healing treatment while keeping a journal to mark any changes or shifts in body, mind, and spiritual consciousness.
In Level II, the student is attuned again, and provided with ancient symbols. So what are they? What do they mean and what are they used for?
Cho-Ku-Rei
Cho-Ku-Rei is the first of the three symbols and is translated as "put all the power of the universe here now." It is used to increase the flow of Reiki through the practitioner, to increase slow or dense energy of specific chakras on the client and to cleanse rooms of heavy, dark or negative energy. It is used at the very beginning of a treatment and at the end, to seal the healing that has occurred. This symbol is also used for "protection" from having your own vital life forcedrained by other people and negativity.
Seihe Ki (say-hay-key)
Seihe Ki is the second symbol which translates to, "the power of the universe and humanity become one." The origin of this symbol was derived from the Buddha, Amida Nyorai, found in Japanese esoteric Buddhism. The energy of Amida Buddha is love, compassion, and emotional energy which is why the Seihe Ki symbol is used for emotional healing. It is used for alleviating fear, anxiety, depression, anger, sadness and other forms of emotional issues. Seihe Key does help heal these painful emotions but it is very important to state that it also helps if you're aware of the root issue/cause of emotionaldistress.
Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen (hon-sha-zay-show-nen)
This is the last symbol learned in Level ll, translated as "the Buddha in me reaches out to the Buddha in you." Its function in Reiki is to do what is called, "distance healing." With this symbol, the practitioner can send healing energy to someone across town, across the country, and even across the world. This is because everything we see and don't see ISenergy and energy is not limited to time or space. It can heal the past as well as, sending energy to build a beautiful future.
Do distance healing on yourself, sending energy to every year of your life from gestation to the present moment. I can't begin tell you how powerful, healing, and liberating this great act of kindness is to me. Long forgotten memories arise and issues are brought into awareness with crystal clarity, then processed and healed. True forgiveness and understanding toward the people who have hurt or wronged us can begin. It's like washing your soul in the waves of the loving energy of the universe.
A few things to remember on your journey through Reiki:
The symbols learned in Level ll are not to be mistaken as holding the power of Reiki. Think of the symbols more like triggers. It's the universal life force that is the true power. The symbols are different representations and functions of this force. It's like showing a peace symbol to someone who has never seen one and has no understanding or knowledge of the peace movement or its history. To this person, it's just a circle with three lines.
But once the person learns and understands more about the peace movement the symbol becomes alive holding its own energy and meaning. Basically, the symbol holds power once it is embraced and understood, but it's the energy behind the symbol which has the power.
The practitioners themselves do not actually do the healing. It is the Universal Life Force (Reiki) which performs the healing. Reiki practitioners are merely attuned to the Reiki energy and are conduits (or channels) but it is considered an honour to assist healing and development of others, In Love and Light.
Posted on Thu 17th Jun 2010
With so many people in the UK out of work and still more dissatisfied with the jobs they've got, it seems like everybody is in the market for a change. If you're looking for a way to work out your next move or to make your CV stand out, why not harness the power of astrology? Be sure to read your Sun Sign -- and your Ascendant -- to make the most of your planetary possibilities.
Aries: Activate!
Direct to the point of bluntness, Aries isn't afraid to say what they want, or to go after it, which makes them great at finding work. On that note, rather than sit behind a desk surfing job sites, Rams will do well to literally pound the pavement. Do the research at home for companies you're interested in (with or without current openings in your area) and hand-deliver your CV. And whilst you're at it, make sure to introduce yourself to the personnel manager. Your face will not be forgotten -- and neither will your confidence.
Taurus: Work Smarter, not Harder
The Bull is a habitual creature. As such, the sheer freedom of unemployed life can be overwhelming for Taurus. That's why, even more than most, Taureans need to resist the urge to give in to day-long stretches of online applications and search engines. Instead, create some stability of schedule in a more rounded (and productive) fashion. Get up, exercise, clear your mind, and set aside a particular window each day (say two to four hours) for the job hunt. Within that time frame, have a plan. For instance, if your work involves a set of computer skills, why not brush up once a week instead of reviewing the same vacancies? You'll make more progress and feel better in the process.
Gemini: The Talking Ticket
Known for their gift of gab, even the most experienced Gemini will not necessarily stand out on paper. But, given the chance to get their chat on, the Twins will make an instant impression. Whenever a prospective position includes contact information (and doesn't specifically say, "no calls"), pick up the phone and speak to the hiring manager. Meanwhile, take every chance you get to network. Your social skills may just be your route to a rewarding role.
Cancer: The Road Less Travelled
Crabs -- like the crustaceans they're symbolized by -- have the tendency to move sideways. Translation? The path to Cancer's desired end may not be the most direct or expected one. Cancers have a way of circumventing the conventional. Armed with this knowledge, Crabs would be wise to consider alternative routes to their ultimate career destinations. Might it be worthwhile to apply for a position you're overqualified for at a larger, more prominent company? Or perhaps you may consider taking a step up earlier than planned somewhere smaller? The point is, don't look at other people's paths -- forge your own. Cancer has the emotional acumen to know what will (and what won't) work.
Leo: Widen Your Circle
With a knack for inspiring others, Leos make fantastic leaders. Apply these qualities to your job quest by starting an out-of-work support group or professional organization in your area. It may seem like a waste of time, but by taking the initiative to connect other people in similar situations, you'll put yourself in the center of a group of professionals, increasing your reach exponentially, courtesy of forging face-to-face connections. It's been proven that people offer jobs to people that they like. And for natural charmers like the Lion, that means the more people that know you, the better.
Virgo: Loosen up a Little
Perfection and precision have near art-form status for the Virgin, which is why the footloose and (not so) fancy-free state of being out of work will drive Virgo even crazier than most. After all, this wasn't part of the plan you laid out oh-so-many moons ago, and deviations from plan are simply unacceptable. If, however, you can learn to roll with the punches and grow from this experience -- relinquishing control, focusing on the positive and accepting that this too shall pass, odds are it'll pass sooner. Does that mean you shouldn't try? Absolutely not. But you need to look on the bright side… maybe it was time for a career change, anyway.
Libra: Make Some Waves
Notorious for their desire to keep the peace, Librans are not the sort to make demands. In fact, it's your given gift to compromise in favour of the greater good. Trouble is, you often compromise yourself, refusing to stand up for yourself or go after what you want. Librans, more than other, more self-centered signs, need to become proactive on their own behalf in order to pack a professional punch in these troubled times. When applying or interviewing, resist the urge to have it both ways, and the fear of saying the wrong thing in favour of making an honest impression. After all, by simply saying what you think someone wants to hear, you'll risk coming off as wishy-washy. Whereas, if you honestly assess your strengths, and apply them to positions you're actually interested in, you'll have the chance to do yourself some much-deserved justice for once.
Scorpio: Intuition Is Everything
Well known for their shadowy side (you know, the one that stings), Scorpio actually has an often-overlooked higher nature. This is one of the most courageous and powerful signs around. Scorpios also possess an uncanny ability to read a situation, sitting back and waiting for the right moment to pounce. Bring that skill to your job search, and the world can be yours. Translation? Lay the groundwork. Set your goals, beef up your skills, network, and expand your worldview. Commit to the process (which involves self-care, as much as it does pavement pounding), and above all else, trust your gut instinct. You'll know when the timing (and position) is right for the long haul. Granted, you may have to take some short-term work along the way to make ends meet, but keep your eyes (and intention) on the prize.
Sagittarius: A Different Kind of Fire
With a natural love of freedom and unparalleled spirit of adventure, Sagittarius will do better than most with the unorthodoxy of unemployment. Add to this an idealistic nature and endless optimism, and the Archer might even be hard to be around if you're another sign also out of a job. Sag offers a valuable lesson in living in the moment. The moment, on the other hand, doesn't pay the bills. In order to survive in this job market, Sag needs to put their escapism in check and set specific goals and a concrete schedule. In addition to actual job-searching, that also means knowing who the leaders are in your (desired) field and keeping track of must-attend industry events. If you can reframe this commitment as taking care of yourself, instead of adhering to convention, you may find it ignites a fire within, giving you a glow that makes you stand out.
Capricorn: Beyond Practicality
The Goat is the master of getting things done, and as a success-inspired, driven Earth Sign, Capricorn will be a master of navigating the job market. As such, the only and best advice is simply to avoid letting yourself get too obsessed with what is and isn't worthwhile. Value can be found in all sorts of unexpected places -- even in seemingly unproductive unemployment. Instead of digging your feet in, dig a little deeper into your emotional and spiritual sides. You may find a new purpose, as well as a new position.
Aquarius: Find Value in Convention
The Water Bearer holds within the very spirit of unconventionality. That said, Aquarius also has a tendency to poo-poo the establishment. Don't let your desire to be different prevent you from taking realistic, everyday steps to find work. Likewise, try to see the value in a good day's work, even if it's not advancing your higher ideals. Sometimes, the best way to make progress is to put yourself in a less-stressful position, literally and figuratively. Meanwhile, if you have a hard time making sense of a common Aquarian problem (a varied CV), seek the help of a career coach in your desired field.
Pisces: Two Fish as One
Like the symbol that represents them, Pisces often feel the urge to swim in two opposing directions. On the job hunt, this can lead to too many half-baked, fruitless efforts instead of one, singular (and successful) focus. For the best results, resist the urge to branch out into multiple directions, applying willy-nilly for various positions in various fields. Instead, select a singular type of job, and when submitting your CV and/or interviewing, play up your adaptability. After all, you can easily slip in and out of all kinds of roles, and have the innate ability to understand others and their needs. The end result will be a position where you where multiple hats -- which is just the way you like it.
Posted on Thu 17th Jun 2010
In the 1990 blockbuster movie, "Ghost," starring Demi Moore, Patrick Swayze, and Whoopi Goldberg, we saw an amazing portrayal of channeling that enabled two lovers to reconnect through the use of a physical channel.
Often this style of mediumship can be called "possession" and is a more advanced form of mediumship that welcomes a spirit to communicate in a very direct manner. A medium's role is to alter their state of consciousness and awareness to allow the spirit to communicate directly with the client.
In a channelling session, the medium surrenders, which allows the spirit to take over the person, which is evident in voice patterns and physical mannerisms.
True channelling can be a risky exercise for the inexperienced due to the firm boundaries which need to be in place when contacting the unknown. But there is a safe method for exploring channelling. However before you begin it's essential that you are sure that the person you are inviting contact with is a deceased loved one who you trust, and know well enough to confirm their energetic identity.
It can be very dangerous inviting unknown spirits into your energy field if you are not experienced in spiritual protection and boundaries.
To begin
1) Find a quiet place where you will not be disturbed. Take a few deep breaths, in through the nose and out through the mouth, and you will begin to feel yourself relaxing. As you exhale, imagine roots sprouting from the bottoms of your feet, as they dig down through the floor and into the ground, connecting you solidly to Earth.
2) Imagine a single beam of white light rising up from the crown of your head and increase the beam into the heavens. This will serve as your beacon, or antenna to locate the person you want to channel.
3) Ask the specific person to come to you, calling them by their full name, as you give them permission to enter into your energy.
4) Waiting patiently, remain quiet and pay attention to how you feel. You may feel a slight shift, or zing. There can be sudden warmth, or even a cool chill, tingle, or feeling of the hair standing up on the back of your neck. Sometimes you may experience a ringing in your ears, or vibration. The sensations can be different for each person, and are also different for each entity you channel.
5) Because you have invited them into your energy space, you are not communicating with them, you are them! So, rather than communicating externally, all of the work in a channelling session is done internally. What are your thoughts? How do you feel? What emotions are different? Do you see things differently? Are images more vivid, dimmer? Take notes that you will later be able to examine.
6) When you want to end the session, imagine the light at the top of your head diminishing into darkness. Your antenna has been turned off and you are now at peace. You may feel a slight shift upon completion of this exercise, or a minor adjustment as you come back into your body.
Don't worry if you don't feel anything at first, for some it takes time. The key to channelling is focus. Most people have difficulties with keeping their focus on one specific topic for any length of time. Our lives are fuelled by running from one thing to another, and as a result, our thoughts are in constant motion. The depth of focus and your commitment will determine the result of your success.
Posted on Wed 16th Jun 2010
Do you want to take that first step to explore your psychic gifts, but feel unsure about where to begin? Use astrology to determine your natural strengths.
Here's a breakdown of the 12 Sun signs, their respective characteristics, and how astrology reveals your innate psychic skills:
Aries
Keywords: "I am"
Psychic strength: dowsing rods or magical wand
You're a fierce leader. You love to take charge and have great courage and initiative, which ensures success in all of your endeavors. No challenge is too great. When an Aries sets their sights on a goal ... move over! An Aries individual acts like they have an invisible wand in hand, guiding the direction to success. They will naturally be able to divine with dowsing rods, enjoy crafting, working, and experimenting with their own magical wand.
Taurus
Keywords: "I have"
Psychic strength: meditation
Born under the sign of Taurus, you have the strength and steadfastness of a Bull. At the same time, you're very grounded. Keeping your feet firmly planted on Earth is your path to success -- and necessary for endurance. Daily 15-minute meditations are a welcome refresher in the middle of a hectic day. This exercise will foster focus and ensure success. Not only will your meditation practice flow with ease, but it will become routine, leading to visionary messages for survival in difficult situations.
Gemini
Keywords: "I think"
Psychic strength: accessing the Akashic Records
Gemini is the sign associated with the freethinking and flowing individual who tackles intellectual undertakings with child-like enthusiasm. When seeking answers, you desire the truth, craving the purest form of information possible -- straight from the divine source. A trip through the Akashic Records library will awaken your soul, bringing your understanding of divine knowledge to the next level.
Cancer
Keywords: "I feel"
Psychic strength: Empath
A Cancer experiences connectedness through their unique ability to feel surrounding energies. Having a natural 'antenna,' Cancers are a natural-born Empaths who easily tap into the emotions underlying any situation. Unfortunately, this sensitivity can become energetically burdensome. Developing these solid talents involves self-protection from negative energies. Once mastered, you will feel alight and sane.
Leo
Keywords: "I will"
Psychic strength: telekinesis
Leos are powerful, vibrant, and dominant. Eager for a challenge, they continually set the bar higher for themselves. They do not give up. The mental stamina and sheer willpower makes way for desiring the most challenging psychic abilities -- developing telekinetic skills and using sheer will to move objects. Perhaps now is the time to learn spoon-bending.
Virgo
Keywords: "I analyze"
Psychic strength: graphology or divination through handwriting analysis
Task-oriented, Virgos enjoy the particulars in life. Their analytical nature and meticulous attention unveils success in practically any undertaking. With a proclivity for details, especially those revealed in handwriting analysis, stimulates a Virgo's overactive mind. They thrive on working for hours on end. They actually perceive this type of work as a refreshing undertaking.
Libra
Keywords: "I balance"
Psychic strength: pendulum
Librans seek fairness, often swaying from one direction to another. They aspire to strike that perfect balance and rhythm in life. When achieved, they have an innate sense of accomplishment. Their body and fine-tuned inborn senses act as a pendulum. It is no wonder that a pendulum in hand will naturally sway rapidly, and the rocking motion will be a familiar rhythmic pattern, displaying answers with ease.
Scorpio
Keywords: "I transform"
Psychic strength: dream analysis
The Scorpio is one of the most powerful and intense individuals of the zodiac. Scorpion's transformative abilities lead to many cycles and rebirths, as each experience brings them closer to the other side. In fact, these repeated encounters with the other side wield messages or rapid dreams, which are all-consuming to the Scorpio. Frequently lured into daydreams and intense nocturnal dreaming, they'll be provided with detailed imagery and meanings for predictive interpretation.
Sagittarius
Keywords: "I understand"
Psychic strength: Tarot
The Sagittarian seeks higher learning and philosophical experiences as motivation. Their quest for deep knowledge sustains them as they 'go-go-go' until finally hitting the point of mental exhaustion. Their determination fuels excellent research abilities, while their focus provides the necessary support for the serious undertakings and understanding the Tarot. From its basic history to the hidden symbolic interpretations, Tarot will captivate the Centaur, since it provides an endless amount of material for scholarly investigation.
Capricorn
Keywords: "I use"
Psychic strength: lychnomancy or candle divination
Goats have a practical approach to life, which keep them focused on long-term goals. Capricorns generally achieve what they strive for -- however, patience is mandatory. Familiarization with the skill lychnomancy, candle divination by reading flames of burning candles, lead to controlled success in all pursuits. The focused discipline required to practice this skill will result in an increase in day-to-day patience, as mysterious divinatory messages are revealed in the candle's flame.
Aquarius
Keywords: "I know"
Psychic strength: Claircognizance
Sometimes we simply have a gut feeling or just 'know' the answer in a situation. Well, imagine for a moment what it would feel like to consistently have that inborn sense of knowing. This is what propels the forward-thinking Aquarian. Not requiring any physical tools, they simply have inborn intuition, or Claircognizance (clear-knowing).
Pisces
Keywords: "I believe"
Psychic strength: tasseography and divination through tea-leaf reading
The impressionable and free-thinking Piscean is quick to bring ideas to the surface, but avoids being tied down to the details. Similar to their personalities and approach to living ... 'Life is a cup of tea!' It's no mystery for a Piscean. They receive messages with aplomb, which is why it suits them to practice the art of tea-leaf reading.
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Posted on Tue 1st Jun 2010
What is an Angel?
There are Angels of Light, of Mercy, of Death, of the North and even Hells (on motorbikes). There are Angels on horseback, (a food) Angel cake, Angel fish, Angel hair (the rutile in rutilated quartz crystal), Angelica, Angela and Angelo, Angel slides (beams of light coming down to earth through clouds) and Angelite (another crystal). In fact, the world is full of Angels!
Everyone has his or her own image of what an Angel looks like. Perhaps it's the very first picture you ever saw of an Angel or maybe you just 'know' what yours looks like, whether it's an image of Angels generally or your very own guardian Angel. For some it's just a vague floaty apparition, for others, a very beautiful humanlike form in flowing robes with heavenly white-feathered wings. Many will hold in their minds a very detailed religious icon, perhaps based on the gloriously colourful 15th century drawings of the Qabalist scholars depicting the Tree of the Angelic World. Whilst some are huge and impressive, occasionally, they can appear in almost cartoon form and create merriment with their antics!
Christmas is a time when Angel popularity literally soars - to the tops of Christmas trees! They adorn just about everything, schoolroom walls, shops, greeting cards and even knitted Angels appear on clothing! They are everywhere. It's a time when, collectively and consciously we acknowledge and celebrate their presence.
What we believe they, and the extremes of their capabilities actually are, varies greatly, as does what we call an Angel. Often a pretty child is referred to as angelic by a doting relative, while someone sweet-tempered or kind or courageous who has helped out, whether by doing the washing up for someone else or by saving a life, is declared an Angel too.
There is also very much a hierarchy in the angelic world although opinion seems to be varied on exactly how this is ordered:
In medieval Angelolgy, branch of theology to do with Angels, there are nine orders of spiritual beings. Listed from the highest to the lowest in rank, they are Seraphim, Cherubim, Thrones, Dominations or Dominions, Virtues, Powers, Principalities, Archangels and Angels.
Guardian Angels
Children talk to theirs all the time but sadly, by repeated denial of their existence by many adults, most children eventually lose sight of their Angel or Angels. Later in life some have good cause to remember and reconnect with their Angel and this can be a very moving, beautiful and emotional experience. Others have retained their Angel from childhood and connect regularly and freely with them - it's all as natural as breathing. However, many people either keep quiet about this for fear of being accused of being 'away with the fairies' (literally!) or it simply doesn't occur to them to mention it as they believe that we are all in touch with them!
How do we know they are there?
Angels can let us know that they're around in many ways. Some people say that they hear Angelic sounds totally beyond human description and so beautiful that the sound can almost be seen hanging like a delicate filigree in their inner vision. Others have a feeling of sudden warmth or comfort, or, in times of sadness or grief, a gentle cloak of feathered wings wrapping softly around them. Sometimes Angel energy may feel entirely different - like a sudden rush of air created by the passing by of an 'Angel on a mission', at the speed of light. This is often noticed at times of impending disaster. At other times, simply an inexplicable presence is felt.
What are they here to do?
Angels are here to watch over us, to heal and bring peace and these are the ones that most people have their experiences with. However, they also look after the mineral, plant and animal kingdoms. Trees especially have specific Angels that stay with them. Perhaps people who regularly communicate with trees will have encountered them?!
Sometimes Archangels appear and these indicate different things. Of these, Gabriel denotes change, and after sight of him we may experience shifts in our lives, either sudden ones or gentle ones. Michael brings sunshine and encouragement for the timid, allowing personal growth.
Angels are messengers. Sometimes their messages are too subtle for us but whatever it is, and in whatever form it comes in, it will become louder and stronger until we listen!
They bring messages in all sorts of odd ways! If you're not listening they will make you aware of everyday things to convey that message. A person driving along, wrestling with a problem of what to do for the best in a tricky situation, or where there's an important decision to be made may find themselves intensely aware of a road sign that seems to yell at them - STAY IN LANE! or KEEP YOUR DISTANCE! It sometimes really is one big clue!
Library Angels use books to get a message across. They do this either by guiding your hand to a certain title, or leading you to open the book at a seemingly random page where something that is useful or enlightening literally jumps out at you, perhaps giving you insight into a nagging problem or a new suggestion which may alter the path of your life! You may have experienced this!
Encounters of the angelic kind!
There have millions of sightings of these heavenly beings since time began. Many people are convinced of having had experiences. Angels of all kinds appear in the vicinity of disaster and troubles, in healing rooms and places of worship, and in quite ordinary places such as shops, cafes and streets. There are numerous reports of Angels at near death experiences and other times of trouble or seemingly hopeless situations. They help by intervention, prevention, rescue, comfort and healing. Sometimes, at the scene of an accident, they are there to return a person's spirit to their body, if it's not yet their time, or to convey them elsewhere if it is. Angels always respond swiftly to a cry from the heart for help, whether that cry is given consciously or unconsciously spoken or silent. Time and space no object.
Guardian Angels are the Angels about whom most curiosity is felt. They intercept at many junctures in our lives and help wherever they can to make our lives run smoothly. Sometimes this is by inspiring a thought to spur us into action, at others it is to lend us super-human strength, such as in the case of a woman being able to lift a car long enough to free her trapped child. Or we hear of a runaway truck, with an unconscious driver at the wheel, inexplicably swerving sharply at the last moment to avoid a bus stop queue of people. In fact, there are many instances, which are often put down to luck, coincidence or even a miracle, but which have the touch of a hand of light behind it.
At other times Angels must stand back, whilst giving loving support only, as we work things out for ourselves - these are the times when we feel alone, the dark before dawn.
Are they really Angels?
There is a theory that there are no Angels and that people are merely connecting with their Higher Self or that they are symbols produced by the psyche to illustrate the subconscious workings of the mind. Or are they are Immortal Spiritual Beings, attendant upon God, or Spirit Beings of the Native American or Chinese variety? One eight-year-old girl calls them The Light People. Yet another possible explanation is that the light, which is seen and interpreted as angelic presence is pure energy, generated by one's own intense emotion at a time of trauma, and transmitted as light.
Another interpretation is that the appearance of an Angel at a scene of disaster is the thought projection of a person spontaneously (or not spontaneously - time and space, does it exist?) having a vision of that disaster. Their involvement creates a projection of sympathetic thought, which manifests as the Angel. This in turn reassures the person that they are not alone and brings some comfort, even if the situation is hopeless and death is inevitable (Angel of Death?). Or even better, the Angel is able to bring about a miraculous rescue. Who really knows? We could talk about it forever and never really know the answer
But if we are willing to listen and open up to the Angelic Ones, we can receive wisdom, love, compassion and understanding as well as success, inspirational creativity and abundance. If, from time to time, we wonder why things are no longer going well (job, relationship, the car!) perhaps we need to remind ourselves to reconnect with our Angel and to readjust the mirrors of our minds to reflect onto others the unconditional love they send to us.
Connect with your Angel
If you'd like to connect with your Angel, try this simple meditation.
Make yourself comfortable, sitting or lying down. Be aware of your breathing; slow it down, lengthening each outbreath. Let your body become limp and relaxed Empty your mind; create space, just as though the whole of the universe was there, inside you. Now just be. No doing. Only being. Communicate to your Angel that you wish to connect with her/him. Wait in peace. Be aware of what happens. It may not seem much at first. Be patient. Subtle changes will occur. You may see light, colours or form. You may be aware of a presence. You may feel tingling sensations. You may feel emotion. You will feel love. Any or all or none of these is perfectly fine. Your connection is personal. When you feel you have connected, Just bask in whatever you experience. When you are ready, thank your Angel for her/his presence, (if you didn't connect this time, that's ok - practise some more!) and bring you awareness back to where you are, take a deep breath and, if you've closed them, open your eyes. Feel wonderful and look forward to more connections!
Posted on Tue 1st Jun 2010
The name Dragon Lane at Bisterne Close in Hampshire commemorates a dragon that once lived in the earth works on Burley Beacon.
The dragon demanded a pail of milk each day from the local milkmaids until one day a knight happened by with his two dogs.
The dragon was of the flame-breathing variety and to counter its fire the knight is said to have coated his armour with birdlime, and ground glass.
This acted as a barrier against the searing breath and after a fearsome battle the dragon lay dead, however the brave knight and his two dog were mortally wounded in the combat.
Posted on Tue 30th Jun 2009
Selkies are creatures found in Faroese, Icelandic, Irish, and Scottish mythology – the legend thought to have origins in the Orkney islands.
They are said to be seals by day and then shed their skins to become human-like beings at night. In their human form they are said to be extremely beautiful, with shining black hair and bewitching eyes.
After sunset they come to remote shores and throw off their seal skins to enjoy themselves as mortals.
Female selkies were believed to obey mortal men who seized their seal skins. They are said to make good wives and mothers, and if they regain their seal skins and are then able to return to the sea they always remember their mortal families and swim near the land to see them.
Posted on Tue 30th Jun 2009
One method by which witches believed they could commit murder was explained by Elizabeth Southern, better known as ‘Olde Demdike’, when she confessed to witchcraft at the Pendle Witch trials, at Lancaster Assize Court in 1612.
She declared that in order to kill someone by sorcery witches would: 'Make a Picture of clay, like unto the shape of the person whom they meant to kill, and dry it thoroughly, and when they would have them to be ill – and…have any part of the body to consume away – then take part of the Picture and burn it. And when they would have the whole body to consume away, then take the remnant of the said Picture and burn it, and so thereupon by that means the body will die.'
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Posted on Fri 26th Jun 2009
The Tower of London has developed a sinister reputation as being one of the most haunted places in Britain - understandable considering that it's been home to countless beheadings, murders, torture and hangings.
Strange sightings have included "Phantom funeral carriages", “A talking head” and “A veiled lady that, upon closer look proves to have a black void where her face should be."
This video relates a little of the Tower’s history and details several of its more famous ghosts.
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Posted on Thu 25th Jun 2009
From the National Geographic channel a short documentary about a coven of witches in England gradually gaining acceptance by the local community.
Posted on Thu 25th Jun 2009
We’re all familiar with the idea that carrying a rabbit’s foot is regarded as a powerful good luck charm but did you know if visiting Portland Bill in Dorset you should never utter the word ‘rabbits’?
Locals know that to do so would invite bad luck.
Another interesting superstition regarding rabbits is that if one crossed the path ahead of a traveller it’s considered fortunate but if the rabbit crossed behind it meant misfortune.
On the first morning of a month it was customary to say ‘rabbits’ three times to ensure the following four weeks would be favourable.
The word had to be spoken that day.
Posted on Wed 24th Jun 2009
An example of the power of a witch’s spell was recorded in Yeovil, Somerset, in 1657.
According to the account at her trial a young boy, forgetting his parent’s warnings, accepted an apple from an old woman reputed to be a witch.
Evidence given at her trial stated that no sooner had he bitten into the apple than ‘he rose in the air and flew about 300 yards’.
With such charges laid against her the witch had little chance in a culture of superstition and fear – she was found guilty and hanged the following year.
Posted on Wed 24th Jun 2009
The A616 Stockbridge bypass, on the edge of lonely moorlands in South Yorkshire, has gained something of a sinister reputation since its opening in 1988.
Some consider it cursed as it’s been the scene of many road traffic accidents resulting in several fatalities and hundreds of injuries.But the bypass also boasts many ghost sightings and is widely believed to be the most haunted highway in England!
Posted on Wed 24th Jun 2009
The skull legend of Burton Agnes Hall, near Driffield, in Yorkshire, goes back to the time of Elizabeth 1 when Sir Henry Griffith began the construction of the hall.
He lavished so much energy and care on the project that his three daughters soon got caught up with his enthusiasm.
Of the three, Anne was the most dedicated to the project which was finally completed in 1620 but tragically she was destined never to enjoy it.
Setting out one day to visit friends she was brutally attacked and robbed.
She was found still alive and taken back to her home at Burton Agnes Hall, where her sisters kept watch at her bedside.
Sometimes Anne spoke rationally about her regret at having to die and leave the house that they had all worked so hard to make perfect. At other times she wildly begged her sisters to keep her head safely on the premises so that part of her would remain there forever!
In order to calm her ravings the two women promised to fulfil her wish, though when Anne died her body was placed complete in the family vault.
They were soon reminded of their promise when a supernatural force burst into the hall one night.
The building trembled with thunderous noise; the crashing of doors slamming of their accord and the sound of groaning.
The local clergyman was called and when he learned of the promise made to Anne he said that if they wanted a peaceful life it should be honoured.
Anne’s coffin was then opened, her skull taken to the hall and the alarming noises stopped immediately.
Some years later a new maid was so upset when she came across the skull unexpectedly that she threw out of the window.
It landed in a passing cart and immediately the horse pulling it became paralysed with fear and refused to go on.
Only when the skull was returned to the hall did the horse start on its journey again.
Over the years any interference with the skull always produced alarming consequences, and so it remained in the hall, just as Anne Griffith had wished.
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Posted on Wed 24th Jun 2009
The phenomenon of crop circles, those mysterious circular patches of flattened corn, first came to attention of the public around 1980.
Since then they have been reported in various European countries, North America, Australia and Japan though England still has the most examples year by year.
The first reference to one appears to date back over there hundred years as a woodcut from 1678 shows a “Mowing Devil” at work on what appears to be a crop circle.
There had been several circles reported in England in the 1930s and 1940s, in France in 1954 and Australia in 1966 but these did not receive the wide publicity that greeted the circles of the 1980s. Press photographs showed them to be perfectly circular with corn stalks beaten down in a swirling pattern. For UFO enthusiasts the explanation was obvious! The circles had been formed by some form of power emitted when alien spacecraft had landed and taken off. It was something that excited UFO communities but there was no shortage of less spectacular explanations.
Posted on Tue 23rd Jun 2009
In folklore generally wells are noted for their healing properties and good luck but an exception was the Cursing Well, at Llaneilian-yn-Rhos in Denbigh, Wales.
To bring misfortune upon an enemy one would write his or her name on a piece of paper and give it to the well’s custodian who, for a certain amount of money, wrapped the paper around a stone and threw it into the water.
It was believed the curse would be effective as long as the paper survived in the well.
But all was not lost as custodians were usually open to bribery in order to retrieve the names of those who believed a curse had been laid upon them.
In 1929 the well was finally covered over.
Posted on Tue 23rd Jun 2009
Married in May and kirked in green
Both bride and groom won’t long be seen
In the UK there is a long held superstition that green is an unlucky colour, not only for clothes but also for other painted objects.
Even in this sceptical age green is the least popular colour for cars.
People who follow this superstition may not know that green has long been considered unlucky because it was the ' fairies colour', and that to wear it was to put yourself in the power of the fairy folk.
But the attitude to green is changing as the colour has come to represent a more caring attitude towards nature and the environment – something that would definitely win fairy approval.
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Posted on Mon 22nd Jun 2009
Traditionally clover has been known as a benevolent plant said to offer humans defence against witches and animals protection against malign spells.
If kept in the home or worn like a posy it’s said to bring general good fortune while for a young single person to dream of clover was the sign of a forthcoming good marriage.
More powerful was the rare ‘four- leafed' variety which was said to bestow on the finder the ability to recognize witches and see fairies.
At the same time it was a safeguard against enchantment and, if placed in a barn, prevented witches from spoiling the cows’ milk.
Posted on Mon 22nd Jun 2009
When belief in fairies was universal a tradition held that planting foxgloves in a garden was a sure way of attracting them.
The plant’s original name was ‘folksglove’, meaning the glove of the fairy folk.
It was later known by a number of names such as Fairy Petticoats and Fairy Thimbles.
Posted on Mon 22nd Jun 2009
Foretelling future events through the use of jewels and crystals is technically known as ‘lithomancy’, a form of scrying and is one of the oldest forms of psychic prediction.
Natural crystals and gemstones were used for the purpose of prediction by most ancient civilisations including the Eygptians, the Aztecs and the Incas.
As well as their use in scrying they are also still used in meditation, heightening psychic intuition and in healing rituals.
Some astrologers believe that each sign of the zodiac is attached to a specific natural crystal; more commonly known as birthstones.
The following is a list of natural crystals and the astrological sun sign associated with it:
Aries: Diamond, ruby, red jasper
Taurus: Sapphire, lapis luazuli
Gemini: Citrine, yellow agate
Cancer: Pearl, moonstone
Leo: Tiger’s eye, dendritic agate
Virgo: Green jasper, sardonyx
Libra: Sapphire, aquamarine
Scorpio: Ruby, opal, red jasper
Sagittarius: Topaz
Capricorn: Turquoise, smoky quartz
Aquarius: Amethyst
Pisces: Moonstone, rose quartz
Specific crystals have specific predicitive or healing qualities. So if a person wears or carries a certain crystal, he or she will be assisted by the crystal’s power. For example, to increase psychic ability, it’s suggested that a diamond or peridot be worn or carried. A bronze or sapphire crystal will help in channelling. And a Herkimer diamond or fire opal should be worn or carried to enhance clairaudience.
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Posted on Mon 22nd Jun 2009
A magical love spell to help you decide which lover to choose:
If you’re lucky enough to have several suitors but can’t decide which one's for you then here’s a simple little spell to help you decide:
Items required: White candle, oil of your choice (jasmine, almond and rosehip are all excellent), apple pips.
Suggested lunar phase: Best done when there’s a full moon.
First, dress the candle with oil, moving from both ends to the centre of the candle.
Next, take as many fresh apple pips as you have suitors and stick them in a line around the candle, naming each pip after each one of your suitors as you do so. Now light the candle and watch to see which pips falls first. The last pip to fall from the candle is the one you should choose.
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Posted on Fri 19th Jun 2009
Sleep, everyone needs it to rest and recharge the body for a new day. Likewise, everyone needs to dream, even if you can't actually remember your dreams.
Dreaming is thought to be the mind's way of resting. It also offers a way of sorting through the events and experiences of the day and trying to find solutions to unresolved problems.
Your conscious mind hands over to your unconscious for the night shift and leaves it to work away whilst you snooze! Dreams are essential for good mental health and if you weren't allowed to dream you would quickly become disorientated, or possibly even psychotic.
Dreams frequently puzzle us and we often find ourselves telling a strange dream to someone else in order to try to make sense of it. Often though within the space of minutes upon waking from a dream it will begin to fade and slip from our mind. But, as dreams are so important to us it may be worth preserving the essence of it.
Many talented people use their dreams as a source of inspiration and ideas. Horror writer, Stephen King, author of 'Carrie','Salem's Lot', and many other best sellers, said that a dream he had whilst on a flight from New York to London inspired the plot of his book, “Misery” - later made into a film.
Ex-Beatle, Sir Paul McCartney, whilst unable to give precise details of where he draws his inspiration for the lyrics to his many hundreds of songs, does admit that his dreams often provide him with a starting point and said that the words from one of the Beatles most famous songs, “Yesterday" came to him in a dream.
KEEP A DREAM DIARY
Keep a journal or a notebook solely for this purpose. Place it next to your bed to record any dreams you remember next morning. To help your recall you could trying placing an amethyst crystal (known to enhance intuition & artistic abilities) on top of your book.
Get into the habit of thinking through your dreams as soon as you wake while they are still fresh in your mind. Then write them down with as much detail as possible before they vanish and you get caught up in your day.
Don't be discouraged if you find this difficult at first. If there's a day or two when you simply can't remember or you don't have time, don't worry. More importantly don't give up.
Don't be tempted to use an A-Z dream dictionary to analyse your dreams. Dreams are very personal to you and only you alone can ever truly understand the meaning of them. Some therapists specialize in dream analysis and whilst they might have much experience in this area - it would only be their opinion. The dream is yours! It may take you a little while to work out the meaning, but it's worth persevering as dreams can often offer profound insights into your life.
Sweet dreams.
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Posted on Fri 19th Jun 2009
Ayers Rock in Uluru National Park, Australia, has long been regarded as a sacred monument to the Aboriginal people.
And every year thousands of tourists visit to witness its magnificent sunsets.
The rock, which stands at 1,100ft above the arid plains of Alice Springs, is transformed in the dying sunlight.
It becomes a spectacular sight flushed with pink and then blood red.
The Aborigines regard it as being a spiritual place inhabited by friendly spirits but some tourists have good reason to disagree.
Hundreds of visitors who casually pocketed chunks of the sacred landmark and took them home found they brought nothing but bad luck, including illness, marriage break-ups and even death.
And tourists in fear for their lives regularly return rocks that they've taken from the sacred landmark
Park managers are bombarded daily with packages of "sorry rocks"
Some packages - ranging from small stones to a five stone slab - have arrived with apologies.
But a number of senders have included details of tragedies which have befallen them since they took the rocks, including illness, relationship break-ups and even death.
One British tourist who returned a small chunk of rock, was quoted in an Australian newspaper as saying: “Things were good in my life before I took some of Ayers Rock with me, but since then my wife has had a stroke and things have worked out badly for my children, we have had nothing but bad luck”.
Another letter from Arizona claims that by removing some rock it had brought nothing but sickness to the person who had taken it.
And an Australian women said that she had suffered a still birth since taking a piece of rock and that she hoped by returning the rock whatever evils that may have been unleashed would now subside.
To deter tourists from taking souvenirs, park managers hype up the idea that rock is cursed and even go as far as displaying the returned rocks and letters from those suffering bad luck.
But despite the fact that the curse has been invented by park officials to stop the rock being carried away "piece by piece", for those who believe it may indeed become a self-fulfilling prophesy, i.e. "you are cursed if you think you are".
Posted on Wed 17th Jun 2009
This intriguing video was shot by the "Maine Supernatural Society" in the grounds of a hotel that was burnt down over a century ago.
The group of ghost hunters claim that it's the ghost of a child. But is it really just a trick of the light? You decide.
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Posted on Wed 17th Jun 2009
Gordon Smith, also known as the "Psychic Barber" because of his profession is one of Britain's most talented mediums. And here's the proof.
Read about the life and work of another well-known medium Doris Stokes here
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Posted on Tue 16th Jun 2009
You only live once....or do you? Some people believe that in each and every one of us are the memories and events of many former lifetimes.
And just as a child's earliest experiences have a deep influence on later adult life, so too the stored knowledge of past lives may contribute to and affect our present choices and decisions: our present is forever bound to the past.
Many people have found by exploring their past lives it can help to:-
Reveal the causes of unnatural fears or phobias i.e. fear of heights, of water, of animals etc.
Reveal the causes of physical or emotional illnesses
Discover previous love relationships partners (you may be with them now in this life, having found each other again!)
Rid yourself of the negative elements of past lives, which may hinder your spiritual growth and contentment in this life.
Whilst it's possible to seek knowledge of past lives by visiting therapists who specialize in this area, you may prefer to begin your journey of self-discovery by working alone.
GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESS
The following guidelines will make sure that your experience is both safe and rewarding:
1. Don’t ever enter self-exploration if you are feeling fear, whether it is of the experience itself or of some other situation in your life
2. Don’t work on the past if your emotions in the present are confused. There will be too much colouring of past situations and distortions of truth may occur.
3. Don’t work in an unfamiliar setting. Always explore the past from a place you know and trust.
4. Don’t try to explore your past live if you are taking any long term medication.
Having satisfied yourself of this safety advice you can then progress on.
HOW TO BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY Posted on Mon 15th Jun 2009 In medieval Europe and elsewhere people lived in constant fear of dark forces, and therefore precautions had to be taken! One of these was to make a spirit trap, which was made of an elaborate net or tangle of threads. The idea being that this could capture the spirits as they passed by and stop their movements - especially entry into a house. One type of trap consisted of a copper loop criss-crossed with threads - traditionally red in colour - fixed to the top of a wooden stake. This would be hammered into the ground at a spot considered haunted or on an old rarely used track - especially one leading to or from a burial ground. Another way of trapping evil spirits was a 'witch bottle'. These were bottles filled with tangles of coloured threads; placed over an entrance door, they were thought to prevent entry of the spirits of witches as they flew about at night. In Bavaria, spirit traps could take the form of complex patterns of pebbles on the ground in front of an entrance door, or of a circuit of threads or wires on a small wooden frame inserted into the ceiling beams just inside an entrance door. Whilst in Russia it was traditional to throw a fishing net over a bride dressed for her wedding to prevent her being reached by malevolent influences from sorcery. Nets and 'cat's cradles' of threads were known to be placed on corpses in various areas of Europe to prevent the ghosts of the recently deceased leaving their resting place. At least one use of an ancient stone 'labyrinth' site was to trap or bind spirits. In Tibet 'devil traps' were placed on houses, described by one writer as looking like 'wireless aerials but much more complicated'. In China, Feng Shui, practitioners would erect mirrors or place fearsome door-guardians sculptures to frighten off troublesome evil spirits . The Native American 'dream-catcher' also has links to the belief of trapping spirits. A hoop holds a web of threads to snare bad dreams, but there is a hole in the centre to let pleasant dreams drift through. In the 21st century we may find the idea of 'spirit traps' quaint but to ancient people it was a necessary precaution against the constant threat of spirit attack, or even worse, possession! Related Articles: Why The Spirit of Marilyn Monroe Can't Rest in Peace Britain's Most Haunted Highway Posted on Sat 13th Jun 2009 But many doubted her psychic skills and some even claimed that she was a fraud! Doris was born in 1920, in Grantham, Lincs, and claimed that her mediumistic skills became apparent when she was a young child, when she both heard and saw spirits. She later became involved in spiritualism, joining a spiritualist church where she was encouraged to develop her talents and this led to her being recognised as a practising clairaudient medium by the Spiritualists' National Union, in 1949. In 1962, following a crisis of faith in her abilities she gave up her work as a medium and re-trained a psychiatric nurse, but had to retire five years later following an attack by a patient. Yet Doris couldn't resist the call of the spirit world and eventually returned to her psychic work. In 1975, she became the resident medium at the Spiritualist Association of Great Britain and this appointment would prove a turning point for Doris as just two years later she would achieve world-wide fame... Posted on Fri 12th Jun 2009 Telephone interference has also been reported in a number of poltergeist cases, most notable in the Rosenheim Poltergeist, case in Germany, in 1968. Some believe that phantom phone calls represent a form of ‘electronic voice phenomena’, and that they are messages from the spirit world. Indeed the US journalist and parapsychologist, D Scott Rogo, published a number of claims of phone calls from deceased persons in his 1979 book, 'Phone Calls from the Dead'. However, the claims were met with widespread scepticism and were ridiculed by Robert A Baker (psychologist) in his 1990 book 'Hidden Voices.' But since then, reports of telephone calls from beyond the grave continue to appear in various publications. Only last year, the Blackpool Gazette reported that Frank Jones who in lives in the town, put a mobile phone in his late wife Sadie's coffin. It was done in a light hearted way, as she spent so much time on it when she was alive. But he wasn't laughing when he started receiving text messages from a withheld number. He said: "Just after Sadie died I came home and I felt that I didn't want to go in the house." Frank said this was because when he went inside there was a smell like the cigarettes which his dead wife had smoked and also of her perfume. He said: " Then when I went inside I got a missed call on my mobile, but it didn't ring. The call was from my home number, although I was alone in the house." The widower said that shortly afterwards he and his family received strange text messages, which they believe were from her, as they contained information that only she could know. Frank said that at least he wouldn't have to worry about Sadie running up a huge phone bill in the afterlife! Related Articles: Posted on Thu 11th Jun 2009 Ask some of your friends to loan you articles to practice on. Jewellery or watches are ideal, since metal retains the impressions better than cloth or plastic. Preferably the articles should not be things which belong to the friends in question if you know them very well, as this would colour your judgement. It's better if the articles belong to someone else that they know so you can check the results. To Begin: Hold the article in your hand, and focus on the thoughts and impressions that come into your mind. Try to build up a picture of the person to whom it belongs. You should ask yourself questions. For instance, do you feel that the owner is a man or a woman? Are they young or old, happy or sad, tall or short? Don’t dwell on any of the questions too long or your imagination will start to interfere. What comes into your mind may be no more than a series of disjointed mental pictures, but make a note of every image, as most, if not all of them will relate to the owner of the object. It’s as if you were tapping into the person’s mind and picking up impressions of things connected with them – people, place, or events. It’s also nteresting to experiment with very old objects such as stones from historic sites, coins or any ancient artefacts you can get your hands on. With these, the impressions will be not so much of individuals as of the times with which those objects were connected. If the object has belonged to more than one person, the impressions you will pick up will probably be confused. The most recent owner, or the one with the strongest personality, is the one you will pick up on most strongly. Read more about developing your psychic abilities here: How to test your psychic powers Posted on Wed 10th Jun 2009 Azeztulite is a colourless stone that has only in recent times started to be used in crystal therapy. And it's quickly gained a reputation for helping develop psychic powers. With its powerful vibrations, azeztulite is said to quicken one's journey towards enlightenment. By holding the crystal to the third eye chakra (brow area, said to lead to inner realms and spaces of higher consciousness) it will promote clairvoyance and, because it brings visions from the past and the future, is an excellent stone to use when scrying (crystal gazing). This remarkable crystal has also been used to help treat inflammatory disorders and cancer. As it's so powerful it's said that azeztulite never needs to be cleansed or energised. Read more about discovering your psychic abilities here: Posted on Wed 10th Jun 2009 Related Articles: Pop Star Robbie Williams Haunted by Ghost of Henry VIII's Wife Haunted Hollywood - Actress Sharon Tate Saw Her Own Ghost! The Gypsy Curse of Levens Hall Posted on Tue 9th Jun 2009 Our distant ancestors were experts in their use, and used crystals for protection, jewellery, healing and foretelling the future. One of the more unusual of stones is Ametrine which is a mixture of the purple amethyst and yellow citrine and so has the healing properties of both. As an aid to meditation, ametrine helps you connect to your spirituality, and develop your natural intuition. Ametrine balances and soothes the emotions too, bringing peace to a troubled mind by dissolving emotional blockages and overcoming negativity. It’s also said to be good for dispelling fears and phobias and its uplifting qualities are said to relieve depression and bring joy to the wearer. Further problems that ametrine has the power to alleviate include allergies, physical, mental and emotional exhaustion (even ME) and digestive disorders. Read more here about the healing qualities of other crystals: A Crystal To Develop Clairvoyance Posted on Tue 9th Jun 2009 One simple way to test your psychic abilities is to use a pack of playing cards. Spread the cards face down on the table then pick a card at random and see if you can sense what it is. Don’t take too long over this. The first impression that pops into your mind is likely to be the right one. If you get no impression at all, you can stimulate your mind by asking yourself questions. Do you sense that the card is black or red? Is it a court card? etc. Don’t try this exercise too many times in succession. The mind quickly becomes strained and bored, and the concentration wavers. Practice for a few minutes a day. The same exercise can be tried with tarot cards. The varied designs on the cards give the subconscious mind strong images to work on. You may find that you pick up on some small detail from the design rather than the complete picture. As the tarot is full of symbolism, the symbolic significance of the card may come into your head. Another method of practicing is to try to sense the content of any letters you receive without opening them. Hold the envelope lightly between your fingers or press it to your forehead and see what impressions you gain. Colours can also be a very useful tool in developing psychic ability. Remember that whatever impressions you get are received at a subconscious level first, then filtered through to the conscious, and the subconscious is highly sensitive to colour. Get some brightly coloured squares of paper are cloth and put them in separate envelopes. Obviously the envelope must be thick enough so you can’t see the colour through it. Then hold one of the envelopes and try to sense the colour inside. You may find that some of the colours, those to which you are naturally drawn, are easier to ‘pick up’ than others. Posted on Tue 9th Jun 2009 Mirrors are said to frighten away dark spirits and tiny pieces of silvered glass are often sew into Indian cotton dresses as are bells which are also used for this purpose. A tiny silver bell worn about the neck is a very potent protective charm as evil spirits are said to hate the sweet ring of any bell. Mistletoe, carried in a little hand sewn cloth bag is an ancient Celtic method of protecting the self and is also used by the followers of magic from America’s South. Marjoram or wild oregano is believed to absorb dangerous negative energies when powdered and sprinkled around the home. In Italy the followers of Italian witchcraft make this herb into a tea and add to the water when washing clothes to protect the home and inhabitants. Cuban and Puerto Rican followers of the folk religion known as "santeria" regularly burn brown sugar, a pinch of sulphur and garlic powder on charcoal within their homes to cleanse them of negative energies. Travellers are especially in need of protection when in a foreign land. A tiny mirror smeared with a clove of garlic and placed beneath the bed is said to protect the sleeper when away from home. The mirror may be also carried for the same purpose. Posted on Mon 8th Jun 2009 Many people have a strong belief in angels, and reports of these heavenly beings are to be found across all cultures and religions. Indeed history is peppered with sightings of angels usually in response to some great need by man. During the First World War, soldiers afraid for their lives before great battles reported sightings of angels. The most famous sighting was in August 1914, at Mons, in Belgium, when the British Army was involved in a desperate clash with overwhelming numbers of German troops. It was reported that an angelic army came to their aid and brought hope and comfort to the men so that they were able to successfully defeat their enemy. And how many times have you heard stories of "dramatic rescues," or "near miss death incidents," when the person surviving the danger was reported as saying that they felt that "someone" was watching over them and keeping them safe”? SO HOW CAN I ASK AN ANGEL FOR HELP? Posted on Mon 8th Jun 2009 I enjoy looking at ghost photographs, especially those that have been examined by photography experts and for which no logical explanation can be found for the ghostly image captured. It was fire so fierce that bells in a nearby church melted. Some say that the ghost snapped in the second fire is that of young Jane. What do you think? Send ghost photographs that you believe to be real to Psychic Reach and we'll feature them here. psychicreach@btinternet.com Related Articles: Seven Signs That Your Home Is Haunted The Most Likely Times to See a Ghost Britain's Top Ten Most Haunted Locations Posted on Mon 8th Jun 2009 Each and every one of us possesses a degree of psychic ability,often without even realising it. Most of us call upon our intuition on a daily basis to tell us whether a situation or a person is a good or bad bet. Using your 'gut feelings' can be a wise move, and more often than not, those 'hunches' turn out to be 100% correct. When we learn to recognize our psychic powers fully we can use them to give us a first class advantage when it comes to getting what we want in life. Imagine you have a tipster who passes details of a fantastic job offer or when a soul mate passes your way. Well, that's the advantage you have when you learn to use your dormant psychic powers! So just what are the different types of psychic skills? Read through the list below and see which fits your abilities: Posted on Sun 7th Jun 2009 The star of cult classics such as, Enter the Dragon, and Fists of Fury, always felt that he would not have a long life. Lee was born in San Francisco, in November 1940, but moved to Hong Kong, the home of his family, when he was a child. And as a teenager Lee got into fights like other teenagers. Then he discovered Kung Fu, the martial art that propelled him into becoming a world superstar. Along with the physical skills Lee mastered, he was also interested in the spiritual side of Kung Fu. It was this that led him to fear invisible demons and he felt that one day they would confront him in a "do or die battle". Posted on Sun 7th Jun 2009 Psychic surgery is a controversial healing technique practiced in the Philippines and Brazil in which the psychic surgeon uses no instruments but yet claims to make incisions in the body. The technique has been condemned by the medical establishment in many countries as "fraud" and "quackery". Outraged cancer organisations have spoken out many times saying that it has caused needless death by keeping people away from convential medical treatment. But those who support it say that that God opens the body without the use of surgical instruments. Posted on Fri 5th Jun 2009 Posted on Fri 5th Jun 2009 And, of course, as mirrors are "all seeing and always speak the truth", the Queen, eventually heard something that she didn't want to hear. Snow White was! Telling the future with a mirror is very much an ancient art which is currently enjoying a period of revival. And tools, known as "Magic Mirrors" are freely available to practice the method, together with books discussing how to use a scrying mirror to foretell the future. But in ancient times the psychic or healer would place a mirror into water with only the base touching it. He or she would then gaze into the mirror, interpreting the vision that was revealed in the shiny surface. The more modern way of mirror prophecy is to place a specially cleansed or blessed mirror in an indirect light source and to stare at the mirror whilst in a meditative state. After some practice, you should be able to understand the solutions to problems, receive answers to questions and learn the wisdom of the ethereal world. Those who practice this method say that you should not be disappointed if the first few sessions with a mirror reveal nothing.. Like all things in life practice makes perfect. Whilst visiting why not check out my fast, accurate online psychic reading service Posted on Thu 4th Jun 2009 Also Sage tea with salt added may be sprinkled about the home in every corner to lift the "Chi" and disperse negative energies. Sage has a long and respected history -the Romans considered it to be a sacred herb and held highly elaborate ceremonies for its planting and harvesting. A sage gatherer would have a ceremonial bath to ensure his feet were clean and pure before walking on the earth where the sage grew. After bathing, offerings of bread and wine would be made to the soil before finally harvesting. There is also an old saying, of Greek origin, 'How can a man die when sage is growing in the garden?' Posted on Thu 4th Jun 2009 A description of a typical corpse candle was given to author, Alasdair MaGregor, in Carmarthen, by the daughters of a John Thomas who died in 1946. One pleasant summer’s evening Thomas and a friend were walking when they saw a strange light travelling towards them from the village of Francis Well. Posted on Thu 4th Jun 2009 There's something very “other worldly” about cats isn't there? They have a certain serene, ethereal presence and at times they appear to be seeing something just beyond the reach of the human eye. Cats have always held a fascination for people, held in high religious esteem by some cultures and cast out as evil by other. So in a way it makes sense that the actions of cats would be used as a method of “divining the future.” Some common beliefs are: - if a cat sneezes, it means rain or if a cat sneezes three times all family members will catch a cold. Sailors would be horrified to find a cat on a ship as they believed it would bring nothing but bad luck. But, in the UK if a black cat runs across your path it means the opposite - good luck! In ancient Egypt there were cat goddesses and many households kept cats as pampered pets. When the cat eventually died there then followed an extended period of mourning, and family members shaved off their eyebrows. It’s not known whether this custom was a ritual to honour the dead cat or to stave off a bad omen. The cat goddesses of Egypt were Bast and Skehmer who were associated with fertility and sexual prowess. As cats were held in such high regard by their owners and in religious circles they were often mummified following their death. Egyptian law forbade the removal of cats' graves as all were thought to be sacred. Divination by cats during this period, occurred by watching cats for particular movements, which were then interpreted by seers according to their own judgement. Cats and witches have always been traditionally linked. Hundreds of years ago those who used metaphysical gifts and had psychic powers were considered to be witches, so it is not altogether surprising that their pet cats were guilty by association. It was thought that the witch could assume the shape of the cat nine times in her life(hence the belief that cats have nine lives) and as a results cats were tortured and burnt along with those suspected of witchcraft. The Middle Ages were dark years for cats, as well as people. During this grim period cats were thought to be in league with the devil, and this may be the basis for many contemporary ill omens about cats. Indeed one superstition stated that if you encountered a cat at midnight - you were in fact meeting the devil himself! Even today some intriguing omens still persist concerning cats. It’s thought that a black cat kept in a sailor's home will keep the seafarer safe from drowning and ensure his safe return home. A cat at a wedding is said to predict a long, happy marriage. In some parts of France a stray white cat spotted sunning itself on a doorstep means a hasty marriage for one of the house's residents. Whilst in the Midlands, in the UK, it was said that if someone offered a cat as a wedding gift the couple would always enjoy prosperity. In the Netherlands cats were not allowed in rooms where family business was being discussed as they were thought to spread gossip around the town. In some areas of the United States it was thought that a cat sleeping on a doorstep heralded a visit from a member of the clergy. Cats will always retain an air of mystery and intrigue and no doubt if you own one, you too, will probably have a few predictions to relate linked to your cat's own unique behaviour. copyright Linda Preston 2009 **All articles on this website are subject to copyright and may not be used without the permission of the author. Posted on Wed 3rd Jun 2009 by Linda Preston I remember seeing a movie many years ago about a Doppelganger. It sent shivers down my spine. I can’t remember the whole of the movie but one scene really sticks in my mind. A man was returning home to his apartment when he heard music playing from inside (he owned a piano). As he went inside he was shocked to discover his exact double sat there in broad daylight playing his piano. The apparition grinned at him in a ghoulish way before disappearing. His life then became a nightmare as it began to steal his identity and cause problems with everyone he knew. I suppose a bit like identity fraud these days! So what’s the history behind this spooky idea? A Doppelganger is said to be the ghostly double of a living person “Doppelganger” in German translates as “double”. The literal translation is “double–goer,” or “double walker” – a shadow self that is thought to accompany every person. The word is also used to describe the sensation of having glimpsed oneself were there is no chance that it could have been a reflection A Doppelganger is said to cast no shadow and like a vampire has no reflection in a mirror. It’s considered unlucky to try and communicate with one. In some cultures when a Doppelganger is seen by a person’s friends or relatives it’s said that that it will always be malicious in its intentions and cause confusion and upset. To glimpse one’s own Doppelganger is thought to be a sinister omen of illness or death. The famous 19th century French writer, Guy de Maupassant, claimed to have been haunted by his Doppelganger near the end of his life. On occasion, he said, this double entered his room, took a seat opposite him and began to dictate a story to him. He wrote about his experience in his short story “Lui.” Percy Shelley, who was considered to be one of the greatest English poets to ever have lived, encountered his Doppelganger while living in Italy. The phantom was said to have silently pointed towards the Mediterranean Sea. Not long afterward he drowned in a sailing accident. It is also said that Queen Elizabeth I, was shocked to find her Doppelganger laid out on her bed. She died shortly afterwards. Scary! Related Articles: Posted on Tue 2nd Jun 2009 A sprig of basil, a magnet and five small coins placed above the threshold Posted on Mon 1st Jun 2009Spirit Traps
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Perhaps the most famous of these celebrity ghosts is one of the 20th century's biggest movie icons, Marilyn Monroe. In life, she was a tormented individual plagued by insecurities and whose desperate pursuit for personal happiness touched a generation. So it is hardly surprising that she has remained a restless figure even in death!
Monroe's career began at the Roosevelt Hotel on Hollywood Boulevard. It was here that she posed on a diving board for her first advertisement for sun-tan lotion, brimming with aspiration. The starlet, blessed with stunning looks and an hour glass figure, appeared to have the world at her feet. But later she became caught up in studio politics and struggled with many doomed love affairs. It was thought that she had even developed a serious drug dependency. On 5th August 1962, she was found dead at her Brentwood home, aged just 36. She is believed to have died from an accidental overdose, although some conspiracy theorists have claimed she was murdered!
Since her death, Monroe's reflection has been seen on several occasions in a full-length mirror that once hung in her favourite poolside suite at the Roosevelt Hotel, where she started out her career years before. Could it be that her sad soul is seeking to recapture her lost youth and happiness? The dark framed mirror that captured her ghostly image unnerved staff and guests so much that it was moved to the basement.
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The room where her short dramatic life ended is also said to have experienced much spirit activity and her image has been seen many times by the owners of the property.
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Is This A Real Ghost Photograph?
Take a look at this one and see what you think.
In November 1995, when Wem Town Hall, in Shropshire caught fire, hundreds of people gathered to watch outside of a cordoned off area.
Over sixty firefighters attended the fire, and although they managed to save much of the exterior of the building, the interior was gutted. The town's newspaper, The Shropshire Star, reported that despite the massive fire, “a large plaque on the town hall entrance commemorating a previous fire at the site in 1677 had only suffered minor water damage.” Arson was ruled out, but no one was able to pinpoint the cause of the fire.
Standing across the street with his camera was a local resident, Tony O’Rahilly. He had a 200-mm zoom lens mounted on his camera, and was taking pictures of the scene of the fire from a safe vantage point.
Some time later, O’Rahilly had his black and white film developed and was astonished to find an unexpected image in one of the photographs. Standing in the doorway of the burning town hall is what appears to be a young girl. O’Rahilly said he did not see anyone there when he was taking the photograph.
This is an unusual photograph as the girl appears to be looking directly towards the camera, flames raging behind her inside of the town hall. No other picture with the image of this girl has ever surfaced. Who was this mysterious young woman?
The girl in the doorway was not seen by anyone in the crowd at the time the photo was taken.
When examined by a photographic expert Dr. Vernon Harrison, former President of the Royal Photographic Society, the photo was considered genuine, in that it had not been tampered with!
The previous fire on the site of the building in 1677 was caused when a 14- year- old girl, Jane Churn accidentally dropped a candle.
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